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The Marketing Strategy Behind 79M Views for a Charity Ad

A Mind for Marketing··4 March 2026·23 min

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What does it take to create a charity campaign that truly changes minds? In this episode of A Mind for Marketing, Christina Moore speaks to communications consultant Vishnee Sauntoo about the strategy behind 'Second a Day', the Save the Children campaign that reached 10 million views in 48 hours and has since grown to nearly 79 million views worldwide They unpack why the campaign worked. By focusing on one clear message and grounding the story in emotional accuracy, the team reframed a distant conflict into something audiences could see, feel and recognise. The conversation goes deeper into modern charity marketing. How do you balance raw, real-time storytelling with dignity and consent? How do you work with influencers without exposing your organisation to unnecessary risk? If you're responsible for brand, communications or strategy, there are lessons here that go far beyond the charity sector.   Audio Editor: Jake Wittlin Junior Video Editor: Zhane Inko-Tariah Music: SigmaMusicArt Batumi, Adjara. Free for use under the Pixabay Content License Get your Content Power Score. It's free!