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Digital rights are everyone’s business — including yours.
From surveillance to shutdowns, our human rights online are under attack every day.
Learn more on our website: www.accessnow.org
From surveillance to shutdowns, our human rights online are under attack every day.
Learn more on our website: www.accessnow.org
India has notified its DPDP rules, but the law’s core protections are delayed for another 18 months. This means: your rights to notice, consent + data erasure aren’t effective until 2027.
It prioritizes corporate + state interests over people’s rights.
www.thehindu.com/news/nationa...
It prioritizes corporate + state interests over people’s rights.
www.thehindu.com/news/nationa...
Digital Personal Data Protection Act notified after two years, RTI Act amended
Digital Personal Data Protection Act enacted, with significant provisions starting in 2026-2027 and immediate amendments to the RTI Act.
www.thehindu.com
November 14, 2025 at 12:55 PM
India has notified its DPDP rules, but the law’s core protections are delayed for another 18 months. This means: your rights to notice, consent + data erasure aren’t effective until 2027.
It prioritizes corporate + state interests over people’s rights.
www.thehindu.com/news/nationa...
It prioritizes corporate + state interests over people’s rights.
www.thehindu.com/news/nationa...
When defenders are attacked online, “neutrality” isn’t an option.
With CEJIL, @nerisampi.bsky.social unpacks how the Oversight Board’s ruling to overturn Facebook’s call in a case from Peru shows how independent oversight can protect those at risk.
www.openglobalrights.org/online-threa...
With CEJIL, @nerisampi.bsky.social unpacks how the Oversight Board’s ruling to overturn Facebook’s call in a case from Peru shows how independent oversight can protect those at risk.
www.openglobalrights.org/online-threa...
Online threats, real-world harms: Protecting human rights defenders
Digital platforms have a responsibility to protect human rights defenders, even when threats are not explicit. Independent oversight can help.
www.openglobalrights.org
November 12, 2025 at 9:16 PM
When defenders are attacked online, “neutrality” isn’t an option.
With CEJIL, @nerisampi.bsky.social unpacks how the Oversight Board’s ruling to overturn Facebook’s call in a case from Peru shows how independent oversight can protect those at risk.
www.openglobalrights.org/online-threa...
With CEJIL, @nerisampi.bsky.social unpacks how the Oversight Board’s ruling to overturn Facebook’s call in a case from Peru shows how independent oversight can protect those at risk.
www.openglobalrights.org/online-threa...
Kazakhstan’s lower house just advanced a “LGBT propaganda ban”. If adopted, it would punish queer expression and violate international rights commitments.
We join civil society groups in calling to scrap this bill.
Read: nhc.no/en/kazakhsta...
We join civil society groups in calling to scrap this bill.
Read: nhc.no/en/kazakhsta...
Kazakhstan: Reject "LGBT Propaganda" Legal Proposals
UPDATE: On November 12, the lower house of parliament (the Mazhilis) adopted the amendments introducing a ban on propaganda of so-called “non-traditional sexual relations”. The bill will be…
nhc.no
November 12, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Kazakhstan’s lower house just advanced a “LGBT propaganda ban”. If adopted, it would punish queer expression and violate international rights commitments.
We join civil society groups in calling to scrap this bill.
Read: nhc.no/en/kazakhsta...
We join civil society groups in calling to scrap this bill.
Read: nhc.no/en/kazakhsta...
Journalist Hans Achomba, one of our #KeepItOn members, has been missing in Cameroon since November 5, days after being questioned by police over his reporting. His ID and passport were seized. His whereabouts remain unknown.
We demand answers.
ipi.media/cameroonian-...
We demand answers.
ipi.media/cameroonian-...
Cameroonian journalist Hans Achomba missing since November 5, 2025 – ipi.media
We, the undersigned organisations, express our deep concern over the disappearance of freelance journalist Hans Achomba since November 5, 2025. To date, his whereabouts remain unknown. We urge the…
ipi.media
November 11, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Journalist Hans Achomba, one of our #KeepItOn members, has been missing in Cameroon since November 5, days after being questioned by police over his reporting. His ID and passport were seized. His whereabouts remain unknown.
We demand answers.
ipi.media/cameroonian-...
We demand answers.
ipi.media/cameroonian-...
Digital rights are everyone’s business — including yours.
From surveillance to shutdowns, our human rights online are under attack every day.
Learn more on our website: www.accessnow.org
From surveillance to shutdowns, our human rights online are under attack every day.
Learn more on our website: www.accessnow.org
November 10, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Digital rights are everyone’s business — including yours.
From surveillance to shutdowns, our human rights online are under attack every day.
Learn more on our website: www.accessnow.org
From surveillance to shutdowns, our human rights online are under attack every day.
Learn more on our website: www.accessnow.org
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It's official: registration is now open for RightsCon 2026 (Zambia and online, May 5-8)!
rightscon.org/registration
RightsCon is home to many movements: from defending equality, privacy, and freedom, to shaping digital rights frameworks, to fighting internet shutdowns, and more 👇
rightscon.org/registration
RightsCon is home to many movements: from defending equality, privacy, and freedom, to shaping digital rights frameworks, to fighting internet shutdowns, and more 👇
November 10, 2025 at 10:00 AM
It's official: registration is now open for RightsCon 2026 (Zambia and online, May 5-8)!
rightscon.org/registration
RightsCon is home to many movements: from defending equality, privacy, and freedom, to shaping digital rights frameworks, to fighting internet shutdowns, and more 👇
rightscon.org/registration
RightsCon is home to many movements: from defending equality, privacy, and freedom, to shaping digital rights frameworks, to fighting internet shutdowns, and more 👇
Freedom of expression is not a crime!
We’re joining 37 other media and human rights groups in urging Angola to amend its draft “false information” law. The proposal’s vague and overly broad language will worsen the already repressive climate for journalists.
Read: cpj.org/2025/10/cpj-...
We’re joining 37 other media and human rights groups in urging Angola to amend its draft “false information” law. The proposal’s vague and overly broad language will worsen the already repressive climate for journalists.
Read: cpj.org/2025/10/cpj-...
CPJ, partners urge Angola to amend draft law on false information - Committee to Protect Journalists
The Committee to Protect Journalists and 37 other media and human rights groups have written to the Angolan Ministry of Telecommunications, Information Technologies, and Media, urging amendments to…
cpj.org
November 7, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Freedom of expression is not a crime!
We’re joining 37 other media and human rights groups in urging Angola to amend its draft “false information” law. The proposal’s vague and overly broad language will worsen the already repressive climate for journalists.
Read: cpj.org/2025/10/cpj-...
We’re joining 37 other media and human rights groups in urging Angola to amend its draft “false information” law. The proposal’s vague and overly broad language will worsen the already repressive climate for journalists.
Read: cpj.org/2025/10/cpj-...
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#AI can actually be an accelerator of digital divides - Just Giulio, Senior Humanitarian Officer / Access Now at the CHA #OutOfTheBox webinar on #HumanitarianAI this week. Watch the recording here: https://ow.ly/BhbL50XofmT
November 7, 2025 at 9:57 AM
#AI can actually be an accelerator of digital divides - Just Giulio, Senior Humanitarian Officer / Access Now at the CHA #OutOfTheBox webinar on #HumanitarianAI this week. Watch the recording here: https://ow.ly/BhbL50XofmT
Authorities in Kazakhstan are moving forward with plans that could ban LGBTI content. These laws threaten freedom of expression, equality, + access to information.
We join @ilgaeurope.bsky.social's call to withdraw these harmful plans + uphold human rights!
www.ilga-europe.org/news/joint-s...
We join @ilgaeurope.bsky.social's call to withdraw these harmful plans + uphold human rights!
www.ilga-europe.org/news/joint-s...
Joint statement: Kazakhstan must withdraw its plans to adopt anti-LGBTI laws and uphold its human rights commitments | ILGA-Europe
We, the undersigned human rights organisations, express deep concern over recent developments in Kazakhstan.
www.ilga-europe.org
November 7, 2025 at 12:39 PM
Authorities in Kazakhstan are moving forward with plans that could ban LGBTI content. These laws threaten freedom of expression, equality, + access to information.
We join @ilgaeurope.bsky.social's call to withdraw these harmful plans + uphold human rights!
www.ilga-europe.org/news/joint-s...
We join @ilgaeurope.bsky.social's call to withdraw these harmful plans + uphold human rights!
www.ilga-europe.org/news/joint-s...
Tanzania’s five-day election internet shutdown silenced dissent and blocked transparency — the longest in the country’s history.
Democracy can’t exist in digital darkness. #KeepItOn ⬇️
www.context.news/digital-righ...
Democracy can’t exist in digital darkness. #KeepItOn ⬇️
www.context.news/digital-righ...
How an internet blackout affected Tanzania's election | Context by TRF
A nationwide internet outage during last week's vote fits a pattern of electoral interference and may fuel abuses, activists say
www.context.news
November 5, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Tanzania’s five-day election internet shutdown silenced dissent and blocked transparency — the longest in the country’s history.
Democracy can’t exist in digital darkness. #KeepItOn ⬇️
www.context.news/digital-righ...
Democracy can’t exist in digital darkness. #KeepItOn ⬇️
www.context.news/digital-righ...
1/2 We are receiving reports of social media blocking in Cameroon amid post-election protests.
To help navigate the disruptions, download any of the VPNs recommended below to stay connected. #KeepItOn
To help navigate the disruptions, download any of the VPNs recommended below to stay connected. #KeepItOn
November 5, 2025 at 12:52 PM
1/2 We are receiving reports of social media blocking in Cameroon amid post-election protests.
To help navigate the disruptions, download any of the VPNs recommended below to stay connected. #KeepItOn
To help navigate the disruptions, download any of the VPNs recommended below to stay connected. #KeepItOn
Authorities in Nigeria must reconnect the people in Zamfara North now!
Some residents have reported being unable to access the internet since May 2025 — this is a gross violation of human rights and dignity! Nigeria must #KeepItOn.
Read our statement: www.accessnow.org/press-releas...
Some residents have reported being unable to access the internet since May 2025 — this is a gross violation of human rights and dignity! Nigeria must #KeepItOn.
Read our statement: www.accessnow.org/press-releas...
Access Now - #KeepItOn: Authorities in Nigeria must reconnect people in Zamfara North now
Access Now and the global #KeepItOn coalition are dismayed by reports of ongoing internet disruptions in Nigeria’s Zamfara North and demand that authorities immediately restore access across the senat...
www.accessnow.org
November 4, 2025 at 9:34 AM
Authorities in Nigeria must reconnect the people in Zamfara North now!
Some residents have reported being unable to access the internet since May 2025 — this is a gross violation of human rights and dignity! Nigeria must #KeepItOn.
Read our statement: www.accessnow.org/press-releas...
Some residents have reported being unable to access the internet since May 2025 — this is a gross violation of human rights and dignity! Nigeria must #KeepItOn.
Read our statement: www.accessnow.org/press-releas...
Join our Senior Humanitarian Officer,
@giuliowolfe.bsky.social, for an online event by CHA exploring how AI is procured by humanitarian actors, the potential harms for affected populations, and what collective AI readiness could look like.
-5 November
-Register: www.chaberlin.org/en/event/out...
@giuliowolfe.bsky.social, for an online event by CHA exploring how AI is procured by humanitarian actors, the potential harms for affected populations, and what collective AI readiness could look like.
-5 November
-Register: www.chaberlin.org/en/event/out...
Out of the box: High-Risk by Default?
Humanitarian AI Under Pressure Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a distant prospect for humanitarian action. It is already in use. From anticipatory action to biometrics, predictive analytics…
www.chaberlin.org
October 31, 2025 at 7:45 AM
Join our Senior Humanitarian Officer,
@giuliowolfe.bsky.social, for an online event by CHA exploring how AI is procured by humanitarian actors, the potential harms for affected populations, and what collective AI readiness could look like.
-5 November
-Register: www.chaberlin.org/en/event/out...
@giuliowolfe.bsky.social, for an online event by CHA exploring how AI is procured by humanitarian actors, the potential harms for affected populations, and what collective AI readiness could look like.
-5 November
-Register: www.chaberlin.org/en/event/out...
The EU’s proposed Europol Reform hands sweeping new powers to a police agency already criticised for rights violations.
Mass data collection.Biometric tracking. Racialised surveillance.
MEPs must #VoteNo on 5 Nov.
@europarl.europa.eu @ec.europa.eu @eu2025dk.bsky.social
Mass data collection.Biometric tracking. Racialised surveillance.
MEPs must #VoteNo on 5 Nov.
@europarl.europa.eu @ec.europa.eu @eu2025dk.bsky.social
October 30, 2025 at 11:01 AM
The EU’s proposed Europol Reform hands sweeping new powers to a police agency already criticised for rights violations.
Mass data collection.Biometric tracking. Racialised surveillance.
MEPs must #VoteNo on 5 Nov.
@europarl.europa.eu @ec.europa.eu @eu2025dk.bsky.social
Mass data collection.Biometric tracking. Racialised surveillance.
MEPs must #VoteNo on 5 Nov.
@europarl.europa.eu @ec.europa.eu @eu2025dk.bsky.social
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#AI is no longer a distant prospect for #humanitarian action - it is already in use. However: policies, capacities, and oversight remain lacking. Meet us next week for an online lunch event on new studies and cross-functional dialogue: ow.ly/158550Xjy2e
@giuliowolfe.bsky.social @accessnow.org
@giuliowolfe.bsky.social @accessnow.org
October 29, 2025 at 8:58 AM
#AI is no longer a distant prospect for #humanitarian action - it is already in use. However: policies, capacities, and oversight remain lacking. Meet us next week for an online lunch event on new studies and cross-functional dialogue: ow.ly/158550Xjy2e
@giuliowolfe.bsky.social @accessnow.org
@giuliowolfe.bsky.social @accessnow.org
It’s been more than a decade since @rankingrights began assessing how tech giants respect human rights. The latest results are disappointing.
The 2025 RDR Index reveals that none of the 14 companies evaluated achieved a score above 50% in their human rights performance. 🧵 ⬇️
The 2025 RDR Index reveals that none of the 14 companies evaluated achieved a score above 50% in their human rights performance. 🧵 ⬇️
October 29, 2025 at 7:30 AM
It’s been more than a decade since @rankingrights began assessing how tech giants respect human rights. The latest results are disappointing.
The 2025 RDR Index reveals that none of the 14 companies evaluated achieved a score above 50% in their human rights performance. 🧵 ⬇️
The 2025 RDR Index reveals that none of the 14 companies evaluated achieved a score above 50% in their human rights performance. 🧵 ⬇️
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Heading back from the Nethope Summit to lead a stellar roundtable at @parispeaceforum.bsky.social, present our definition of Digital Ceasefire, & hear from Maude Morrison, Georg Stein, @lipstickkrantikari.bsky.social and Brett Solomon about negotiating ceasefires in the digital era. @accessnow.org
October 28, 2025 at 9:37 AM
Heading back from the Nethope Summit to lead a stellar roundtable at @parispeaceforum.bsky.social, present our definition of Digital Ceasefire, & hear from Maude Morrison, Georg Stein, @lipstickkrantikari.bsky.social and Brett Solomon about negotiating ceasefires in the digital era. @accessnow.org
As people across Tanzania prepare to vote in tomorrow’s general election, we urge President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan to #KeepItOn — ensuring open, secure, and unrestricted access to the internet for all.
Read our open letter ⬇️ www.accessnow.org/press-releas...
Read our open letter ⬇️ www.accessnow.org/press-releas...
Access Now - #KeepItOn: Government of Tanzania must ensure unrestricted internet access throughout upcoming elections
We, the undersigned organizations and members of the #KeepItOn coalition — a global network of over 345 organizations from 106 countries working to end internet shutdowns — appeal to you, President D...
www.accessnow.org
October 28, 2025 at 9:27 AM
As people across Tanzania prepare to vote in tomorrow’s general election, we urge President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan to #KeepItOn — ensuring open, secure, and unrestricted access to the internet for all.
Read our open letter ⬇️ www.accessnow.org/press-releas...
Read our open letter ⬇️ www.accessnow.org/press-releas...
Access Now is deeply troubled by the reports of internet disruptions in Cameroon. As people await the results from recent elections, we demand authorities ensure unfettered access to the internet across the country. #KeepItOn
www.accessnow.org/press-releas...
www.accessnow.org/press-releas...
All eyes on Cameroon: #KeepItOn during upcoming elections - Access Now
We urge authorities in Cameroon to ensure reliable, continuous, open, and secure internet access before, during, and after the upcoming elections.
www.accessnow.org
October 23, 2025 at 11:43 AM
Access Now is deeply troubled by the reports of internet disruptions in Cameroon. As people await the results from recent elections, we demand authorities ensure unfettered access to the internet across the country. #KeepItOn
www.accessnow.org/press-releas...
www.accessnow.org/press-releas...
Big Tech continues to fail the transparency test!
The 2025 @rankingrights Index shows that none of the 14 tech giants scored above 50 on human rights performance. That’s not good enough.
We called on these companies to do better. Here’s how they responded. ▶️ www.accessnow.org/big-tech-202...
The 2025 @rankingrights Index shows that none of the 14 tech giants scored above 50 on human rights performance. That’s not good enough.
We called on these companies to do better. Here’s how they responded. ▶️ www.accessnow.org/big-tech-202...
Taking stock of Big Tech: the 2025 RDR Index - Access Now
Big Tech needs to step up. We’re pushing companies in the 2025 RDR Index to do better on human rights.
www.accessnow.org
October 22, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Big Tech continues to fail the transparency test!
The 2025 @rankingrights Index shows that none of the 14 tech giants scored above 50 on human rights performance. That’s not good enough.
We called on these companies to do better. Here’s how they responded. ▶️ www.accessnow.org/big-tech-202...
The 2025 @rankingrights Index shows that none of the 14 tech giants scored above 50 on human rights performance. That’s not good enough.
We called on these companies to do better. Here’s how they responded. ▶️ www.accessnow.org/big-tech-202...
#GlobalEncryptionDay | End-to-end encryption keeps our messages private, secure, and our rights protected. But it’s under attack.
Client-side scanning (CSS) undermines all three, creating new risks and threatening free speech.
Learn more: www.accessnow.org/why-client-s...
Client-side scanning (CSS) undermines all three, creating new risks and threatening free speech.
Learn more: www.accessnow.org/why-client-s...
Why client-side scanning is a lose-lose proposition
Client-side scanning (CSS) on encrypted platforms undermines people’s privacy and security by circumventing end-to-end encryption (E2EE).
www.accessnow.org
October 21, 2025 at 5:53 PM
#GlobalEncryptionDay | End-to-end encryption keeps our messages private, secure, and our rights protected. But it’s under attack.
Client-side scanning (CSS) undermines all three, creating new risks and threatening free speech.
Learn more: www.accessnow.org/why-client-s...
Client-side scanning (CSS) undermines all three, creating new risks and threatening free speech.
Learn more: www.accessnow.org/why-client-s...
ICE + Paragon = a dangerous match!
The US gov’t has reactivated its deal with Paragon Solutions, whose Graphite spyware has been linked to human rights abuses worldwide. We fear ICE may now use it against US communities.
Read our recommendations: www.accessnow.org/paragon-cont...
The US gov’t has reactivated its deal with Paragon Solutions, whose Graphite spyware has been linked to human rights abuses worldwide. We fear ICE may now use it against US communities.
Read our recommendations: www.accessnow.org/paragon-cont...
The U.S. has reactivated its Paragon contract — and it should alarm everyone - Access Now
On September 1, 2025, media reported that U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) was lifting a stop work order that had paused a $2 million USD
www.accessnow.org
October 15, 2025 at 7:22 PM
ICE + Paragon = a dangerous match!
The US gov’t has reactivated its deal with Paragon Solutions, whose Graphite spyware has been linked to human rights abuses worldwide. We fear ICE may now use it against US communities.
Read our recommendations: www.accessnow.org/paragon-cont...
The US gov’t has reactivated its deal with Paragon Solutions, whose Graphite spyware has been linked to human rights abuses worldwide. We fear ICE may now use it against US communities.
Read our recommendations: www.accessnow.org/paragon-cont...
Investigations suggest Microsoft’s cloud and AI tools have supported Israeli military operations linked to serious human rights violations.
We’re calling on @microsoft.com to end all involvement and abide by the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights.
www.accessnow.org/press-releas...
We’re calling on @microsoft.com to end all involvement and abide by the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights.
www.accessnow.org/press-releas...
Human rights groups demand answers from Microsoft on its role in Israel’s war on Gaza - Access Now
Access Now and partners urged Microsoft to immediately end any involvement with Israeli authorities’ systemic repression of Palestinians.
www.accessnow.org
October 10, 2025 at 8:08 AM
Investigations suggest Microsoft’s cloud and AI tools have supported Israeli military operations linked to serious human rights violations.
We’re calling on @microsoft.com to end all involvement and abide by the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights.
www.accessnow.org/press-releas...
We’re calling on @microsoft.com to end all involvement and abide by the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights.
www.accessnow.org/press-releas...
منذ عامين وأكثر، لم تعتمد السلطات الإسرائيلية على القوة العسكرية فقط، بل استعانت أيضاً بشركات التكنولوجيا في حربها على غزة. فالاستهداف القائم على الذكاء الاصطناعي والهجمات على البنية التحتية وحجب الإنترنت عمق معاناة الفلسطينيين وسط الإبادة الجماعية.🧵
www.amnesty.org/en/latest/ne...
www.amnesty.org/en/latest/ne...
October 9, 2025 at 4:55 PM
منذ عامين وأكثر، لم تعتمد السلطات الإسرائيلية على القوة العسكرية فقط، بل استعانت أيضاً بشركات التكنولوجيا في حربها على غزة. فالاستهداف القائم على الذكاء الاصطناعي والهجمات على البنية التحتية وحجب الإنترنت عمق معاناة الفلسطينيين وسط الإبادة الجماعية.🧵
www.amnesty.org/en/latest/ne...
www.amnesty.org/en/latest/ne...
Big Tech is profiting from war.
For more than two years, Israeli authorities have relied not only on military force.
AI-enabled targeting, attacks on telecom infrastructure, and shutdowns are deepening the suffering of Palestinians amidst genocide. 🔽🧵
www.amnesty.org/en/latest/ne...
For more than two years, Israeli authorities have relied not only on military force.
AI-enabled targeting, attacks on telecom infrastructure, and shutdowns are deepening the suffering of Palestinians amidst genocide. 🔽🧵
www.amnesty.org/en/latest/ne...
Amnesty International concludes Israel is committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza
Amnesty International’s research has found sufficient basis to conclude that Israel has committed and is continuing to commit genocide against Palestinians in the occupied Gaza Strip.
www.amnesty.org
October 9, 2025 at 12:42 PM
Big Tech is profiting from war.
For more than two years, Israeli authorities have relied not only on military force.
AI-enabled targeting, attacks on telecom infrastructure, and shutdowns are deepening the suffering of Palestinians amidst genocide. 🔽🧵
www.amnesty.org/en/latest/ne...
For more than two years, Israeli authorities have relied not only on military force.
AI-enabled targeting, attacks on telecom infrastructure, and shutdowns are deepening the suffering of Palestinians amidst genocide. 🔽🧵
www.amnesty.org/en/latest/ne...