The Uncensored Library – Open library build in Minecraft to overcome censorship
The Uncensored Library in Minecraft by Reporters Without Borders offers censored articles worldwide, amplifying silenced journalists' voices. It targets youth to raise awareness on press freedom and combat censorship effectively.
Read original articleThe Uncensored Library is a project by Reporters Without Borders that provides access to censored articles from around the world within the popular video game Minecraft. The library was created to bypass online censorship and allow players to read articles that are banned in their countries. It features works from journalists who have been silenced, offering a platform for their voices to be heard. The virtual library includes texts from countries like Egypt, Mexico, Russia, and Saudi Arabia, among others. By utilizing Minecraft as a platform, the project aims to reach a younger audience and raise awareness about press freedom and censorship issues globally. The Uncensored Library serves as a creative and innovative way to promote freedom of information and combat censorship in repressive regimes.
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