Technology & Innovation — May 14, 2009

Rachel Sterne Talks With Big Think Today

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GroundReport‘s CEO comes to the Big Think studio today to discuss all things related to the hyperlocal world of citizen journalism. Post your questions for Ms. Sterne here.

Prior to founding GroundReport, Sterne worked in the media departments of the UN Security Council for the State Department. After witnessing the humanitairan crisis in Darfur, she was inspired to launch GroundReport as a vehicle for citizen journalism and social change.

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