Hannah Draper

Never has it been more important for global civil society to meet, nor more difficult to do so. External attempts to dictate who convenes, where, and how threaten the human rights project and North–South and South–South cooperation and solidarity. —— theguardian.com/global-develop…

📢 We are pleased to announce the call for papers for CPDP LatAm 2026! CPDP LatAm 2026 will be hosted by the Center for Technology and Society of FGV Rio, in Rio de Janeiro, on August 12 and 13, 2026, and will be followed by a side-event on risk management in AI, on 14 August.

@BricsCyber @1lucabelli Muito bom! Parabéns 👏🏽

📌 @1lucabelli, professor at FGV Direito Rio and coordinator of CTS-FGV, and Walter B. Gaspar, researcher at CTS-FGV, edited the book “The Quest for AI Sovereignty, Transparency and Accountability”.

What a pleasure to be back @uottawa recently to discuss the power of advocacy, public engagement & policy reform; and the importance of civil society to ensure human rights & democratic values are upheld in innovation and technological advancement

Quel plaisir d’être de retour @CDTSuOttawaCLTS avec des pairs remarquables pour discuter du pouvoir du plaidoyer, de l’engagement public et du rôle essentiel des organisations communautaires qui relient innovation technologique, droits humains et intérêt public.

Great to be back @uOttawa last week to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the @CDTSuOttawaCLTS; reunite with brilliant, talented, committed colleagues; and to talk about the future of digital rights.

Excited to return to @uOttawa this week for the 25th anniversary of @CDTSuOttawaCLTS to speak about civil society and digital rights. See you October 3rd!

@RimaHas @francediplo @francediplo_EN @EmmanuelMacron

Nous n’oublions pas le journaliste Yanis Mhamdi, Pascal Maurieras et Marco van Rennes illégalement détenus par le régime israélien.

@blast_france @yanmdi @EmmanuelMacron @francediplo

L’État français doit agir immédiatement pour libérer et protéger notre journaliste @yanmdi Yanis Mhamdi est au moment où ces lignes sont écrites toujours enfermé dans sa cellule, dans la prison de Givon, tout comme les deux coéquipiers de la Flottille restants, Pascal Maurieras, de nationalité française et Marco Van Rennes, de nationalité hollandaise. Son statut de journaliste est bafoué. Il ne peut pas communiquer avec l’extérieur, n’a aucun accès à un téléphone portable ou à une connexion internet. Ses conditions de détention sont difficiles. Nous demandons expressément à la diplomatie française mobilisée en Israël et aux services du ministère des Affaires étrangères et de l’Élysée à Paris, de faire leur possible pour le libérer avec son camarade Pascal Maurieras. Nous continuons à Blast à nous mobiliser pour accélérer ces libérations.

@Keir_Starmer STOP ARMING ISRAEL then. Obviously. Shame on you. FREE PALESTINE 🇵🇸

The reports of these strikes are concerning and we urge all parties to step back and reduce tensions urgently. Escalation serves no one in the region. Stability in the Middle East must be the priority and we are engaging partners to de-escalate. Now is the time for restraint, calm and a return to diplomacy.

Democratic Senators Team Up With MAGA To Repeal S.230 “They appear to be doing this out of a deep misunderstanding of how the law works combined with an astounding naiveté about how this process will be used by the MAGA faithful.” techdirt.com/2025/03/21/dem…

🚨 [AI LITERACY] India published its AI Competency Framework for public sector officials, and it's an EXCELLENT initiative toward targeted AI literacy efforts. Other countries should take note. Bookmark & download it below: ➡️ According to the official release: "The Need for a Competency Framework India's public sector plays a critical role in leveraging AI to drive developmental and economic goals. However, as highlighted by the AI Readiness Index 2023 and the World Bank GovTech Maturity Index 2022, substantial skill gaps exist, particularly in low-income nations and the South and Central Asia regions. To bridge this divide, a structured competency framework is necessary to enhance AI literacy, identify skill deficiencies, and foster AI adoption in government services." ➡️ Goals and objectives of the competency framework: - Provide a foundational understanding of AI, including its core functionalities and limitations. - Define behavioural, functional, and domain-specific competencies required for public sector officials. - Enhance awareness of emerging AI technologies and their implications for government services. - Identify opportunities to integrate AI for improved efficiency and service delivery. - Enable informed policymaking and regulatory oversight. - Develop targeted training and capacity-building programs. - Establish a structured approach to career progression and performance evaluation within government roles. 👉 Download the framework below. 👉 Never miss my AI governance updates, including resources and analyses: join 55,400+ readers who subscribe to my weekly newsletter (link below).

“There is significant public interest in knowing when and on what basis the UK government believes that it can compel a private company to undermine the privacy and security of its customers.” ORG, @BigBrotherWatch and @IndexCensorship call for the Apple Tribunal to be public ⬇️

What does Meta's undersea cable plan mean for geopolitics? New expert commentary from OII Prof @ViliLe and DPhil student Anniki Mikelsaar dives into the implications for data control & global connectivity: ox.ac.uk/news/2025-03-1…

As of April 1, AI use that creates unacceptable risk will be prohibited in the EU instagram.com/reel/DGn3i--sO…

World Day Against Cyber Censorship: Iraq plans to block Google’s DNS – What does this mean? smex.org/googles-dns-ba…

📢 Today is World Day Against Cyber Censorship Across Africa, internet shutdowns, online surveillance, and restrictive laws continue to silence voices and limit digital freedoms. At Paradigm Initiative (PIN), we are committed to defending online freedom of expression and digital rights. Through #Ayeta, we equip journalists, human rights defenders, and activists with essential digital security skills. @RipotiAfrica enables people across Africa to report digital rights violations, ensuring that abuses do not go unchecked. Our annual #Londa Report sheds light on censorship, surveillance, and internet disruptions, providing actionable recommendations for change. Cyber censorship remains a major threat, and resisting it requires knowledge and the right tools. Let’s stand together for an open, free, and secure internet for all! 🔗 Learn more: paradigmhq.org #ParadigmInitiative

Hace 6 años a esta hora estaba detenido y desaparecido en un centro clandestino de torturas en Caracas Gracias a toda la buena gente que se activó para buscarme y reclamar por mí. Esos centros aún existen, Venezuela tiene más de mil presos políticos y muchos siguen desaparecidos

🚨 Most people haven't realized it, but the 'agentic AI' future borders on DYSTOPIA: automated spam, scams, bias, manipulation, lack of transparency, liability nightmares & more. Governance is needed NOW. My article below:

The Crime and Policing Bill will create a vast facial recognition database of driving licences and ban face coverings at protest. With other rights groups, we're telling politicians to stop the expansion of police surveillance. Read the joint briefing ⬇️ #SafetyNotSurveillance