Digital Safety and Privacy Zine

Activist and advocacy organizations are on the frontlines of advancing the safety and rights of vulnerable populations. In the past year, we’ve seen growing efforts by state and federal governments to inappropriately access and intentionally misuse data. Attempts to criminalize people seeking reproductive healthcare, deport millions of undocumented residents, and harass or intimidate protestors and grassroots organizers have made it more critical than ever to protect and secure sensitive and identifying data.

To reduce the potential of digital harms for community members, staff, and volunteers, advocacy organizations should develop digital security and privacy protocols. While data safety needs vary depending on the kind of organization, how sensitive the data is, and what kinds of threats communities face, all advocacy organizations should implement basic privacy measures.

To spread the word about best practices for privacy and digital safety, NIRH, in collaboration with the Open Technology Institute, created a digital safety zine to help advocates and activists protect their data, privacy, and the people they support — online and off.

For more information about creating safer digital spaces, head over to OTI’s blog post highlighting the guidance featured in this zine and for more tips for protecting your digital privacy.