VOICED: Yemeni youth use social media for change

Protesters in Yemen demand the resignation of President Ali Abdullah Saleh after 32 years in power. They increasingly rely on new media, particularly Facebook, to share videos and photos of their protests, inspired by the success of social media in Egypt and Tunisia. Activists like Abraham and Her Mood use social media to disseminate information quickly, believing it to be more truthful than traditional media. Despite limited internet access, those who can connect are committed to using it as a tool for change, hoping to eventually topple the regime.

What is the main reason protesters in Yemen are using new media?

• To avoid traditional media

• To communicate with the government

• To entertain themselves

• To organize and share their message

How has Facebook been used by protesters in Yemen?

• To share videos and photos of protests

• To play games

• To create fake news

• To connect with family abroad

What is the significance of Abraham and Her Mood's actions?

• They are creating a new social network

• They are using Facebook to spread protest information

• They are working for traditional media

• They are organizing concerts

Why do some Yemenis believe social media is more reliable than traditional media?

• It is more entertaining

• It is faster to access

• It is less expensive

• It provides unfiltered truth

What challenge do Yemenis face in using social media for protests?

• Limited internet access

• Lack of interest

• Government support

• High costs of social media