PRACTICE AREAS
Tech and Democracy
Examine the impact of technology on democratic institutions and those who safeguard them. Protect the information ecosystem and uphold human rights in the digital age. Understand people’s lived experiences with tech in their lives. Drive strategic initiatives to ensure technology serves citizens and democracy.
We believe that technology can both empower and challenge democratic processes. Our approach utilises opinion and perception data and other advanced research methodologies to uncover insights into how technology influences governance, public discourse, and individual and community rights. By leveraging these insights, we help you design and implement the most effective solutions that mitigate risks and harness the benefits of technological advancements.
Our commitment to tech and democracy includes supporting initiatives that promote digital rights, combat misinformation, and ensure the integrity of information. We understand the critical role that technology plays in shaping public opinion and participation, and we know that credible and robust data insights are absolutely necessary to address the challenges posed by the digital transformation of our societies and the asymmetry of power and resources.
We recognize the importance of protecting digital rights and fostering inclusive participation in the digital space. Our methodologies are designed to surface the unique challenges and opportunities within each community – from human rights defenders to community environmental campaigners to global advocacy efforts –, ensuring that your solutions are relevant and impactful. By amplifying diverse voices and fostering digital and data literacy among our partners, we help in building resilient democratic systems that can withstand technological and social changes.
Our Tech and Democracy practice area is dedicated to understanding and addressing the profound impacts of technology on democratic institutions, the information ecosystem, and human rights. We collaborate with nonprofits, NGOs, government agencies, and progressive businesses to develop and implement strategies that ensure technology supports and strengthens democratic values.
Our collective efforts aim to create systemic, lasting change through policies and practices that promote digital rights and enhance democratic governance. We provide tools to monitor the impact of tech-driven initiatives and identify areas needing immediate action, ensuring that your efforts remain effective and responsive to evolving needs. These insights highlight the urgency of tech and democracy challenges and galvanise action toward achieving long-term goals.
Some of our Solutions
Digital rights surveys
Analysis of tech’s impact on democracy
Surveys to understand lived experiences online
Public opinion polls
Some of our Expertise
Digital rights and online freedom
Cybersecurity and privacy
Misinformation and media literacy
E-governance
Public policy and administration
Freedom of expression
Political Economy
Data Privacy
Cybersecurity
Human Rights Defenders
Community Activism
Decolonising digital spaces
International relations
