Our primers are designed for activists, journalists and nonprofits in the civil society sector. However, they are also great for folks wanting to learn more about important digital rights issues. Information in the primers reflect the collective wisdom of our community.

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What is Autonomous Infrastructure?
What is Autonomous Infrastructure?

Our primer on what is autonomous infrastructure is designed for civil society organizations, defenders and journalists. Get an overview and learn about best practices.

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What Is Secure Communications?
What Is Secure Communications?

This secure communications primer is written for activists, journalists and nonprofits. Learn about best practices and tools to keep your network safe.

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What is Digital Security?
What is Digital Security?

What is digital security? A primer for journalists, activists, and civil society

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What is a Targeted Attack?
What is a Targeted Attack?

What are targeted attacks? Discover how activists, journalists and nonprofits are at risk—and steps you can take to protect your organization and/or network from digital surveillance and threats.

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What is Digital Literacy? And Why It Matters
What is Digital Literacy? And Why It Matters

Digital literacy is more than a skill — it’s a mindset essential for protecting digital rights and strengthening civil society and democracy.

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What Are Digital Rights? And How Do They Impact You?
What Are Digital Rights? And How Do They Impact You?

Explore what digital rights mean today — from privacy, surveillance, and censorship to accessibility, AI, disinformation, and global governance shaping our online freedoms. Find out why digital rights are human rights in the digital age.

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