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Dec 10, 2024 Dive into the world of TikTok as a Uyghur girl navigates her cultural identity and activism through censorship. Explore how social media suppresses crucial information and its impact on youth psychology. Discover the startling contrasts in content visibility between TikTok and Instagram, especially on sensitive political topics. Learn how Uyghur voices creatively use viral memes to communicate important messages against censorship, showcasing resilience in the face of digital oppression.
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Esma's Videos Removed
- Esma Memtimin's TikTok videos about Uyghur issues were repeatedly removed.
- TikTok claimed violations of community guidelines, citing violence and personal information, despite the videos' innocuous content.
CCP Influence on TikTok
- Concerns exist about the Chinese Communist Party's influence on TikTok's content.
- This influence raises questions regarding censorship and manipulation of information.
Esma's Activism
- Esma, raised in Germany, initially struggled with cultural identity.
- Finding other Uyghurs in Munich led to her political awakening and activism.