There is a great deal of information on the conflict in Darfur available on the web. The trick is to get information that is up-to-date, and to not feel like you're getting in over your head. Read up and choose a concept for your piece. You may want to start with the basic resources below. Then, if you're looking for more information for your work, Google "Darfur" and look for more specific concepts.
If you are choosing to go with a different topic, start with Wikipedia and Google...the sites are out there. If you're not sure what issue you want to work on, start here: http://www.globalissues.org/issue
Don't hesitate to contact us if you need help with your ideas: contest <at> globalsolutions.org
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ABOUT FLASH ANIMATION
If you've used Flash technology before and know
what you're doing: GOOD LUCK and off you go! If, however, you're a
"first-timer", or are simply looking for some guidance, we've compiled some
resources you can use to help you along.
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ABOUT SPOKEN WORD, POETRY & RAP:
Spoken word is a fairly broad artform. The first thing you want to do is write your piece. Show it to friends or teachers. Get feedback and make sure it's as strong and powerful as it can be. Then Record yourself or a partner/team member performing the piece. There are many simple ways to record web-ready videos these days. You don't need a hi-tech video camera, most snap-shot digital camera's now come with recording options.
ABOUT DIGITAL VIDEO
If you’re not too comfortable with the art of flash media, you may want to consider submitting a digital video. They’re quite easy to create once you have a "story" to show or tell. Video is a powerful medium for telling a story and communicating what you’re passionate about. Think of movies, documentary films and even the nightly news.
