I’m going to start by talking to you about someone who has been very influential this year, particularly with the US Election…<\/p>\n
Tyler Oakley<\/h3>\n
Tyler began his YouTube<\/a> channel in 2007 and since then has been creating content that appeals to the masses. Tyler’s online presence has increase over the 9 year mind, and his strong influences has really allowed for changes to made.<\/p>\n The online presence that Tyler has not only influenced those who watch his videos but also individuals who belong to communities in the real world. He has made a huge impact in the LGBTQ community for the youth. For any of you who don’t know ‘LGBTQ<\/a>‘ stands for ‘Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Queer’.<\/p>\n Tyler has previously been involved with the Trevor Project <\/a>. This\u00a0is a 24 hour hotline for those within the LGBTQ community who may be feeling suicidal and simply just want someone to talk to. In an article written about Tyler’s work written on their website, \u00a0it was said that “the difference he\u2019s making will impact thousands of LGBTQ youth, and will help brighten so many future”.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n The American star has hit the UK newspaper, The Telegraph, where they have written an article <\/a>how the internet has revolution LGBT life. \u00a0Within the feature Tyler said that he ”\u00a0had such a positive response from people sharing my ideas and videos. The commenters and subscribers began talking about their experiences and different perspectives; not holding back. That was something I really didn’t expect.” His online videos have become something for the public to relate to and they feel comfortable commenting, tweeting<\/a> and even taking to Instagram to post picture to express how much of a positive effect Tyler has had on their lives.<\/p>\n The US Election has been prominent within the worldwide news in the later months of this year, and Tyler has been an active campaigner for Hilary Clinton. He used his online platforms to reach the public to encourage them to vote. People listen to him \u00a0because of the previous work that he has done. He’s known within the LGBTQ community, and therefore wants to stand for their rights, which was something that Trump did not believe in. He even posted a video on his channel with Hilary Clinton herself!<\/p>\n![\"screen-shot-2016-12-12-at-21-39-20\"](\"http:\/\/www.blog.buprojects.uk\/2016-2017\/jessicasimms\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/102\/2016\/12\/Screen-Shot-2016-12-12-at-21.39.20-300x145.png\")
<\/p>\nU.S Election<\/h3>\n