Peter Gabriel has been one of my biggest influences, not only musically but also in his sense of social awareness. In this talk from Ted.com he gives some insight into his childhood and also what brought him to care more about human rights.

Witness is a program that donates video cameras to people in oppressed countries, giving them the chance to record human rights violations that cannot be disputed. Even more recently in places like Burma the portable mobile phone has made this powerful political tool even more accessible. To learn more about Witness go to http://witness.orgI admire his humility, his honesty and his creativity. Peter Gabriel is a voice for the freedom of cultures around the world through the awesome world music label, Real World Records and programs like Witness.

I should also mention that his talk comes from a site called Ted.com. A wonderful, inspiring website that catalogs talks by some of the worlds greatest thinkers and doers. Definitely recommended viewing! Go to http://ted.com

Peter Gabriel on Witness and Human Rights - Part 1

Peter Gabriel on Witness and Human Rights - Part 2

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