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Eli Pariser is a prominent figure dedicated to utilizing technology and media as tools to serve democracy. As the co-director of New_ Public, a nonprofit organization, Eli strives to build thriving digital public spaces. Recognized for his exceptional leadership skills, he was appointed Executive Director of MoveOn.
org at just 23 years old. During his tenure, Eli spearheaded the organization's opposition to the Iraq war, successfully raised over $120 million from small donors, and played a pivotal role in pioneering the practice of online citizen engagement. Furthermore, he co-founded Avaaz, which has now grown to become the world's largest citizen's organization with a staggering 40 million members across 190 countries.
Eli gained significant recognition for his insightful book, The Filter Bubble, published in 2011. Anticipating the dangers of a hyper-personalized Internet, he coined the term filter bubble, capturing the phenomenon in which individuals are confined to a limited circle of information online. Esteemed individuals such as Bill Gates and Sir Tim Berners-Lee have expressed concern regarding this issue.
Eli's TED talk on the topic has garnered over 5 million views, solidifying his influence in the field. As a co-founder of Upworthy, a mission-driven media company focused on popularizing important civically-minded ideas, Eli demonstrated the ability to attract an impressive audience of over 80 million monthly visitors in just two years. His expertise in democracy, media, and the Internet has gained him worldwide recognition, leading to appearances on renowned shows such as World News Tonight, Good Morning America, and the Colbert Report.
He has also delivered speeches internationally, even speaking alongside philosopher Slavoj Zizek in an Austrian horse stable. Eli Pariser's writing has been featured in esteemed publications including The New York Times, Washington Post, and WIRED. His academic achievements include a BA from Bard College at Simon's Rock as well as an honorary doctorate from Dominican University.
Eli's commitment to societal progress is further demonstrated through his position on the US Programs Board of the Open Society Foundation. Residing in Brooklyn with his wife, filmmaker Gena Konstantinakos, and their two children, Eli Pariser continues to be an influential voice at the intersection of technology, media, and democracy. Through his work and advocacy, he seeks to create a world where the potential of technology can be harnessed to foster an inclusive and thriving democracy
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