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Jennifer Brody

U.S. Policy and Advocacy Manager

Jennifer Brody is the U.S. Policy and Advocacy Manager at Access Now. She closely monitors legislative developments in the U.S. pertaining to digital rights and supports the organization's global advocacy campaigns. Previously, Jen managed programs to combat disinformation online and enhance government accountability worldwide at the National Democratic Institute. Before that, she covered tech policy as a legislative staffer on the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee. Jen also has experience working on Latin American affairs for the UN Population Fund and in peacebuilding at a Colombian think tank. Jen holds a MA in International Relations from the Fletcher School at Tufts University and a BA in Political Science and Spanish from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

U.S. Senate Democrats and civil society denounce Simington nomination to FCC

7 Dec 2020

Members of the U.S. Congress and civil society representatives voice strong opposition to President Trump’s FCC nominee, Nathan Simington, whose appointment would threaten net neutrality protections, freedom of expression, and broadband access.

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U.S. Senate Democrats and civil society denounce Simington nomination to FCC
7 Dec 2020
U.S. Senate Democrats and civil society denounce Simington nomination to FCC

Human rights groups to U.N. High Commissioner: U.S. police violence against anti-racism protesters rampant

4 Dec 2020

Calling attention to the U.S. Government’s violent response to peaceful protests against racism, human rights organizations join forces to send a joint submission to the U.N. High Commissioner for Human Rights urging immediate action.

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Human rights groups to U.N. High Commissioner: U.S. police violence against anti-racism protesters rampant
4 Dec 2020
Human rights groups to U.N. High Commissioner: U.S. police violence against anti-racism protesters rampant
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To protect digital rights, Biden-Harris administration must reflect diversity of the American experience

17 Nov 2020

The incoming Biden-Harris administration must ensure agency hires hail from diverse backgrounds and prioritize civil rights and technology equities.

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To protect digital rights, Biden-Harris administration must reflect diversity of the American experience
17 Nov 2020
To protect digital rights, Biden-Harris administration must reflect diversity of the American experience
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Stop Trump’s pro-censorship FCC nominee

12 Nov 2020

Action Alert: Trump is trying to appoint one of the worst, most dangerous FCC commissioners the United States has ever seen to gut protections for free speech online, and Mitch McConnell is speeding the Senate toward his confirmation. 

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Stop Trump’s pro-censorship FCC nominee
12 Nov 2020
Stop Trump’s pro-censorship FCC nominee
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How to protect yourself from digital attacks this U.S. election season

29 Oct 2020

As the U.S. braces for one of its most contentious elections, online tensions are running high. To ensure that you can exercise your rights safely, we’ve compiled some digital security tips with you in mind.

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How to protect yourself from digital attacks this U.S. election season
29 Oct 2020
How to protect yourself from digital attacks this U.S. election season

Major Russian tech company releases first transparency report

29 Oct 2020

Access Now applauds Yandex for being the first major tech company in Russia to release a transparency report.

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Major Russian tech company releases first transparency report
29 Oct 2020
Major Russian tech company releases first transparency report
Fight for Net Neutrality

U.S. FCC continues to pretend its net neutrality repeal is harmless

27 Oct 2020

The U.S. FCC will vote on an order upholding its rights-harming decision to repeal net neutrality protections.

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U.S. FCC continues to pretend its net neutrality repeal is harmless
27 Oct 2020
U.S. FCC continues to pretend its net neutrality repeal is harmless

Shutting down the internet shouldn’t be so easy

22 Oct 2020

Access Now applauds a new bill introduced in the U.S. Congress that would help curtail the president’s ability to shut down the internet.

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Shutting down the internet shouldn’t be so easy
22 Oct 2020
Shutting down the internet shouldn’t be so easy
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No impunity for American companies committing rights violations, says civil society to U.S. Supreme Court

22 Oct 2020

Access Now joined civil society organizations in urging the U.S. Supreme Court to hold American companies liable for human rights violations committed abroad via the Alien Tort Statute.

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No impunity for American companies committing rights violations, says civil society to U.S. Supreme Court
22 Oct 2020
No impunity for American companies committing rights violations, says civil society to U.S. Supreme Court
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Civil society calls on telcos to keep demonstrators connected during U.S. election

21 Oct 2020

Access Now and public interest partners urge wireless providers to ensure adequate wireless capacity during the November U.S. election.

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Civil society calls on telcos to keep demonstrators connected during U.S. election
21 Oct 2020
Civil society calls on telcos to keep demonstrators connected during U.S. election