Influencers drive how we consume culture. Activists push for social change. But where do these two roles overlap? In today’s show we ask: do influencers have a responsibility to use their platforms to speak up about human rights issues? How can influencers use their voice, while remaining authentic? And what does it say about how we view activism when we give so much power to online influence?

We break down these questions and more with my 3 guests. Joining me in the studio is my co-host and guest Fatima Zahra Ba, the Senegalese designer and women’s empowerment advocate behind the popular social media brand and handle @So’Fatoo. We also get the chance to speak with Fred Bauma, a leader of the pro-democratic youth group LUCHA in DRC, and Fola Folayan, a Nigerian broadcaster and the host of the Ubuntu Arts festival.

We discuss the moral obligation of influencers, the risk of falling victim to cancel culture, and the value of frontline activism vs. online activism.

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