A new generation of war crimes investigators turn high-tech methods

The video discusses the Human Rights Investigations Lab at UC Berkeley, where students use digital tools to verify social media content from conflict zones like Syria. The lab, in partnership with Amnesty International, trains students in open source investigation methods. Students, who come from diverse backgrounds and speak multiple languages, contribute to verifying videos and images, focusing on areas like Aleppo. The lab addresses the emotional toll of viewing distressing content and aims to create international standards for evaluating digital evidence. The work has reached organizations like the UN, highlighting the potential and challenges of using open source evidence in human rights advocacy.

What is the significance of the partnership between the lab and Amnesty International?

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How do the students ensure their mental well-being while working on sensitive content?

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What are the potential implications of the students' work on international human rights advocacy?

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