RightsCon

It is with heavy hearts that we share: RightsCon will not proceed in Zambia or online.

Following our April 29 announcement, we believe it's important to be transparent about the context that led to the decision. We want to explain, where we can, why this was made on such short notice, only days before we were set to host RightsCon. Read: rightscon.org/rc26-statement/

Update for participants regarding travel to Zambia

We will be @rightscon 2026, the 14th edition of the leading global human rights and technology summit, that will take place on May 5–8, 2026, in Lusaka, Zambia, and online. Lets rendezvous

Join the Southern Africa Litigation Centre (SALC) and the Criminal Justice and Police Accountability Project at @rightscon for a timely conversation on Resisting Transnational Surveillance: Building Solidarities across Asia and Africa. 🗓️ 6 May 2026 ⏰ 15:15 - 16:15 (1/2)

Join us at RightsCon for a conversation on how Indigenous Environmental and Rights Defenders (ERDs) are using digital spaces to advance land and human rights advocacy and the challenges that come with online visibility. Register and join the conversation: rightscon.org/registration/

We’re excited to share that we’ll be at #RightsCon2026 in Zambia next week! At @RightsCon, we will show up as a technical and strategic partner to the digital rights community, bringing technical expertise, data, and resources to support advocates, civil society organizations, and communities in operating safely and effectively. Check out our current session titles below, and find more details here: internetsociety.org/events/rightsc…

🔊The Internet Society Foundation grantees are taking the stage at RightsCon 2026 and participating in multiple sessions, highlighting the impact of their work in advancing connectivity, strengthening safety, and building capacity. 🗣️ We look forward to the insights our grantee community will share and to amplifying their voices to help shape the future of the Internet. 👉 Check out the RightsCon grantee sessions: internetsociety.org/events/rightsc… @rightscon @accessnow RightsCon2026 #ISOCFoundation #Grantees #InternetIsForEveryone

1 week until #RightsCon2026. 🎉 The global digital rights community will soon come together in Lusaka and online to exchange ideas, build partnerships, and engage in critical conversations shaping the future of the internet. Plan your participation ⬇️ rightscon.org/plan-your-trav…

Join Luminate and The Maybe on day 3 of #RightsCon2026 for a live Computer Says Maybe session. A sharp conversation on power, equity, and what today’s tech frameworks get right and wrong. Register for RightsCon and explore the full program. rightscon.org/registration/

HRRG will host a high-level dialogue at #RightsCon2026 in Lusaka, Zambia 🇿🇲 (May 6, 10:15–11:15 a.m.) at Mulungushi International Conf. Centre. Session: “Silenced Twice: Press Freedom & Disability Voices Under Threat in Africa” Facilitated by our Dir. Dr. Joseph Wemakor

🚨 Coming up at #RightsCon2026: 👁️ How are drug control and 'public safety' narratives driving surveillance? 🧩 How can advocates and communities organise for systems of care & support instead? 👉 Join our roundtable to share knowledge & strategies! idpc.net/events/2026/01…

Join @eQualitie's #SplinterCon, a 0-day satellite event at #RightsCon2026. RightsCon registration required. Find this event and more in our expanded programming: rightscon.org/exp-program/

Du chaos à la confiance : quel rôle du #journalisme face à la désinformation ? Ne manquez pas notre panel au @rightscon à Lusaka, l’un des rares panels francophones de l’événement ! 🗓Vendredi 8 mai, 10h15-11h15 (heure locale) 📍 Salle AG05 rightscon.org #RightsCon2026

Diálogo ¿Datos biométricos a la venta? Mirada crítica a @world_latam_ en @rightscon 🗓️7 de Mayo 🕝2:30 a 3:30 Ecuador GMT -5 🗣️ @fgiandana @accessnow @AnaniasCeci @AmarantaOng @palomalacastro @derechosdigital @alfredovelazco @usuariosdigital Regístrate rightscon.summit.tc/t/rightscon-20…

We’re excited to be at @rightscon 2026 Looking forward to conversations around digital rights, Internet governance, and the role of data in building a more transparent and secure Internet. Let’s connect: #Form-CTA" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">join.whoisxmlapi.com/upcoming-recen… #RightsCon2026 #RightCon #CyberSecurity #ThreatIntelligence #DigitalSafety

@accessnow But RightsCon is more than the big moments. It’s the new perspective that challenges you. It’s where we share, listen, strategize, and act together. Ready to join us? Get your early bird ticket today for up to 50% off regular pricing.

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 👇

Centrally located, the MICC is surrounded by major international hotels and a 30-minute drive from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. Next week we’ll launch our Plan Your Travel page with more info and tips and for joining us in Zambia, including visas, flights, and hotels.

We’re excited to announce our home in Lusaka! RightsCon 2026 will take place at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre (MICC), the largest conference center in Zambia. With its modern infrastructure and layout, the MICC is the perfect fit for RightsCon’s program. 👇