Digital Empowerment Library

DFF’s fifth Speaker Series focuses on collective redress mechanisms, featuring case studies from Europe and around the world. The series explores how collective power and strategic litigation can be used to protect digital rights, especially in light of the recent implementation of the EU Representative Actions Directive. It seeks to examine opportunities for leveraging collective actions to address digital rights violations, and to discuss the impact of the new directive on enhancing access to justice for individuals affected by digital harm.

This lexicon, developed during the "Digital Rights for All" workshop, offers multifaceted definitions of digital rights terminology, emphasizing social justice and contributions from marginalized scholars and activists.

The toolkit aims to address the growing need to protect digital rights defenders, journalists, whistleblowers, and others working with sensitive information, particularly in the global South. Paradigm Initiative (PIN) is committed to keeping the toolkit user-friendly and continuously updated.

The "Data Ethics, AI and Responsible Innovation" course by the University of Edinburgh explores the ethical, social, and legal challenges of data-driven technologies like AI and big data. It covers topics such as data privacy, fairness, transparency, and accountability through real-world case studies. Participants learn to assess ethical issues, apply responsible innovation principles, and propose solutions to complex problems in AI and data science. This self-paced course is ideal for professionals interested in ethical AI development and digital responsibility.

The On-Demand Campaigning Training learning hub by Social Movement Technologies offers a comprehensive video library filled with tools, technologies, and strategies designed to support organizers working in the digital space. The majority of these videos are available for free, providing valuable resources for individuals involved in digital organizing and campaigns.

The "Freedom of Expression in the African Media and Digital Policy Landscape" course by Stellenbosch University explores key issues like media freedom, access to information, digital rights, and combating disinformation. It examines how legal frameworks, civil society, and AI impact media policy in Africa. The course also discusses communication pluralism, media diversity, and the role of civil engagement in promoting democratic media policies. It’s designed for professionals seeking to understand and influence media regulation and digital rights in Africa.

The "A.I. for Organizing and Campaigns" training covers refining ChatGPT use, creating custom GPTs, and leveraging AI for messaging, data analysis, and accessibility-focused video tools.

This course teaches activists and organizers how to effectively use online tools and tactics in combination with offline organizing to engage supporters, expand your base, raise funds, pressure targets, and win campaigns. It’s suitable for both beginners and advanced users, ensuring that no key digital tools and tactics are overlooked. Learn from successful organizers and discover how to achieve your goals with limited time and resources.

Access Now provides 26 recommendations for content governance, emphasizing human rights safeguards amid rising pressure on governments and companies to address harmful online content without infringing free expression.

This guide highlights human rights risks in surveillance technology, urging investors to ensure accountability and mitigate legal, reputational, and financial risks through improved due diligence frameworks.