Photography's Role in Social Movements

The video explores the role of a photographer in the Civil Rights Movement, focusing on capturing the black experience and supporting grassroots efforts. It highlights her work in Selma, her documentation of key marches, and her involvement with the Chicano Movement. The video also reflects on modern movements, emphasizing the importance of intercultural support and allyship in achieving equality.

How did photography contribute to the Civil Rights Movement according to the video?

• By documenting the violence and struggles faced by activists

• By focusing solely on charismatic leaders

• By avoiding any controversial topics

• By ignoring the everyday people involved

What was the initial role of the photographer when she was invited to Selma, Alabama?

• To lead the marches

• To write articles for newspapers

• To work as a secretary

• To organize protests

Why were photographers always on call during marches?

• To capture the beauty of the events

• To document potential violence by state police

• To take portraits of leaders

• To create art for galleries

What was the photographer's focus when documenting the Civil Rights Movement?

• Charismatic leaders

• Political figures

• International events

• Everyday people

What was the main goal of the photographer and her colleagues in the Civil Rights Movement?

• To write books

• To become famous

• To build power from the grassroots up

• To gain media attention

In which movement did the photographer get involved in 1967?

• The Anti-War Movement

• The Environmental Movement

• The Chicano Movement

• The Women's Rights Movement

What insight did the photographer gain from her work with the Chicano Movement?

• The significance of international support

• The role of organizing farmworkers

• The importance of charismatic leaders

• The need for media coverage

What was a significant change in community organizing after George Floyd's death?

• A decrease in intercultural support

• An increase in intercultural support

• A focus on individual leaders

• A shift away from grassroots efforts

What does the photographer believe is essential for allyship?

• Keeping the spotlight on oneself

• Focusing only on one's own community

• Avoiding collaboration

• Sharing the spotlight reciprocally

What does the photographer suggest is necessary to make a difference in modern movements?

• Staying within one's comfort zone

• Focusing only on local issues

• Getting out of the bubble and into the trenches

• Relying solely on social media