Last Friday, on World Food Day, we asked you, the online billion, to turn your YouTube views into action to feed the billion hungry people in the world.You blew us away with your response, collectively donating enough money to the United Nations World …
Last week, we announced that YouTube serves over one billion video views per day. It’s a pretty staggering number, right? That’s also the number of people in the world who don’t have enough food to eat. According to the UN World Food Program, for the f…
Like many of you, actor Ben Stein cares deeply about animals (especially his dog Puppy Wuppy). That’s why, with World Animal Day right around the corner, Ben is calling on you (and your pet, if you like) to make a video on behalf of your favorite anima…
In December, world leaders will meet in Copenhagen to discuss a global agreement on climate change as part of the United Nations’ Climate Change Convention (often referred to as COP15). The goal of the meeting is to reduce global warming emissions an…
Today, in honor of the International Day of Peace, a UN-recognized global day of nonviolence and ceasefire, we’re turning up the volume on this important issue by featuring peace-related film, music, and activism on the site.In the Screening Room, we’r…
As a new school year unfolds, here’s an assignment for America’s students from the U.S. Department of Education and YouTube: in two minutes or less, make a video showing the nation and the world how education will help you achieve your dreams, and uplo…
Today is the International Day of Democracy and what better way to celebrate than to announce the second round of the Democracy Video Challenge, a partnership between YouTube, the State Department, and several public and private partners who want you t…
There’s still technically some time for us to slink past Vin Diesel, Megan Fox, Will Smith, Lady Gaga and Adam Sandler in the race for the most Facebook fans, but with just 14 days left, we’ll admit it’s not looking good (though, Sandler, can you feel …
Today, in honor of 9/11, many Americans are using YouTube to share their stories and forge connections with fellow citizens. Some, like this user, are hoping to create community by uploading their experiences from the day, and encouraging fellow YouTub…
Okay, YouTube — it’s time to trade in those water balloons for some #2 pencils. A new school year is upon us!Thankfully, an organization called Architecture for Humanity (AFH) is trying to make the idea of heading back to school a bit more palatable. …
As fires continue to spread through the hills of Los Angeles and thousands are forced to evacuate the area, citizens are turning to YouTube to post footage of the blaze. For example, in this video, you can clearly see the flames over San Gabriel, while…
A month ago, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Katherine Sebelius put out a call asking you to raise awareness about how citizens can steel themselves against the H1N1 (aka, “swine flu”) virus. Today, the HHS announced the 10…
Last year, in honor of Peace Day — a United Nations-sanctioned day of global nonviolence and ceasefire held on September 21 — a nonprofit called Peace One Day helped persuade Taliban forces to lay down their arms for the day, making it possible for 1…
Congress may be in recess, but that doesn’t mean its members are taking a vacation. For the past few weeks, elected officials from both sides of the aisle have been fanning out across the country to speak to their constituents about the issue on everyo…
Over the past few weeks, we’ve seen citizens using YouTube to make their voices heard about health care and to amplify their interactions with members of Congress. In light of this trend, we’re reviving our Representative of the Week program — but wit…