DEFENDERS TECH
Technology & Human Rights
Defenders Tech recognizes the digital risks that human rights defenders (HRDs) and organizations (HRDOs) face daily. Cyberattacks, surveillance, phishing attempts, and online harassment threaten their advocacy efforts. At Defenders Tech, our mission is to help HRDs and organizations stay resilient, secure, and prepared allowing them to focus on their advocacy work without fear of digital or physical compromise.
Our Helpdesk Initiative provides immediate support to ensure HRDs can continue their work safely and without disruption.
Our support includes:
- Step-by-step guidance for handling digital attacks
- Malware removal and forensic analysis
- Strengthening digital infrastructures to prevent future attacks
Cyber threats evolve, and so should security strategies. We provide: - Follow-up consultations to improve digital hygiene
- Organizational security planning for long-term protection
Security Audits
Security audits provide actionable insights, enabling organizations to reinforce their security frameworks effectively.
Our security assessments help organizations understand their security posture by evaluating:
- Cybersecurity measures
- Data protection policies
- Communication security
- Physical security risks
Security Enhancements
Based on audit findings, we deploy solutions that align with each organization’s unique needs. These may include:
- Secure communication platforms to safeguard exchanges
- Improved backup and recovery strategies for data resilience
- Office security protocols to mitigate physical security threats
The Digital landscape is constantly evolving, bringing new challenges and threats that directly impact human rights defenders (HRDs) and organizations. Defenders Tech gives
- Policy recommendations that shape better digital security frameworks
- Digital security solutions and tips that empower HRDs to carry out their work safely
