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Kassem

Kassem Mnejja

Senior MENA Campaigner

Kassem Mnejja is a Senior Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Campaigner at Access Now, where he leads advocacy campaigns advancing digital rights across the region. His work focuses on internet shutdowns, digital rights in conflict zones, and holding tech companies accountable for their role in conflict. Prior to joining Access Now, Kassem worked with grassroots civil society organizations in Tunisia on civic and voter education activities. He holds a Master’s in English literature, has a passion for debate and peacebuilding, and enjoys rambling about music, series, and books.

Authorities in Mauritania must #KeepItOn during presidential inauguration and beyond

31 Jul 2024
Press Release
Authorities in Mauritania must #KeepItOn during presidential inauguration and beyond
31 Jul 2024
Authorities in Mauritania must #KeepItOn during presidential inauguration and beyond

After 22 days of internet shutdown, the government of Mauritania must commit to #KeepItOn at all times

31 Jul 2024

#KeepItOn coalition urges authorities in Mauritania to take a clear stance against internet shutdowns at the start of this new term.

Press Release
After 22 days of internet shutdown, the government of Mauritania must commit to #KeepItOn at all times
31 Jul 2024
After 22 days of internet shutdown, the government of Mauritania must commit to #KeepItOn at all times
#NoExamShutdown motto

#لا_لقطع_الإنترنت_خلال_الامتحانات: التزام الأردن بعدم قطع الإنترنت ينبغي أن يستمرّ هذا العام

24 Jun 2024

We’re sending an open letter to authorities in Jordan calling them to continue to #KeepItOn during this year’s exams.

Press Release
#لا_لقطع_الإنترنت_خلال_الامتحانات: التزام الأردن بعدم قطع الإنترنت ينبغي أن يستمرّ هذا العام
24 Jun 2024
#لا_لقطع_الإنترنت_خلال_الامتحانات: التزام الأردن بعدم قطع الإنترنت ينبغي أن يستمرّ هذا العام
#NoExamShutdown motto

#NoExamShutdown: Jordan’s commitment to #KeepItOn should continue this year

24 Jun 2024

We’re sending an open letter to authorities in Jordan calling them to continue to #KeepItOn during this year’s exams.

Press Release
#NoExamShutdown: Jordan’s commitment to #KeepItOn should continue this year
24 Jun 2024
#NoExamShutdown: Jordan’s commitment to #KeepItOn should continue this year
#NoExamShutdown motto

#لا_لقطع_الإنترنت_خلال_الامتحانات: على سوريا وضع حدٍّ لإجراءات قطع الإنترنت خلال الامتحانات الرسميّة

7 Jun 2024

مع اقتراب فترة الامتحانات هذا العام، نرسل رسالة إلى السلطات في سوريا لعدم حجب الانترنت (#KeepItOn) (#لا_لقطع_الإنترنت_خلال_الامتحانات).

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#لا_لقطع_الإنترنت_خلال_الامتحانات: على سوريا وضع حدٍّ لإجراءات قطع الإنترنت خلال الامتحانات الرسميّة
7 Jun 2024
#لا_لقطع_الإنترنت_خلال_الامتحانات: على سوريا وضع حدٍّ لإجراءات قطع الإنترنت خلال الامتحانات الرسميّة
#NoExamShutdown motto

#KeepItOn: Syria must end internet shutdowns during national exams

5 Jun 2024

We’re sending an open letter to authorities in Syria to #KeepItOn during exams and call for #NoExamShutdown.

Press Release
#KeepItOn: Syria must end internet shutdowns during national exams
5 Jun 2024
#KeepItOn: Syria must end internet shutdowns during national exams
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Hey Google: we need to learn more about your role in the war on Gaza

16 May 2024

Amid revelations of AI use by the Israeli army in Gaza, Access Now urges Google for transparency through an open letter to Sundar Pichai, CEO of Alphabet Inc.

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Hey Google: we need to learn more about your role in the war on Gaza
16 May 2024
Hey Google: we need to learn more about your role in the war on Gaza
KeepItOn 2023 MENA

MENA in 2023: internet shutdowns soar amid unprecedented violence and war

15 May 2024

By almost every measure, 2023 was the worst year of internet shutdowns on record. Authorities implemented at least 77 internet shutdowns in 15 countries across the MENA region.

Press Release
MENA in 2023: internet shutdowns soar amid unprecedented violence and war
15 May 2024
MENA in 2023: internet shutdowns soar amid unprecedented violence and war
KeepItOn 2023 MENA

حجب الإنترنت في الشرق الأوسط وشمال أفريقيا في عام 2023: ارتفاع عدد الحالات مع تصاعد العنف والحروب غير المسبوقة

15 May 2024

بحسب جميع المعايير، كانت سنة 2023 الأسوأ على الإطلاق بالنسبة لقطع الإنترنت. حيث قامت السلطات بحجب الإنترنت بشكل متعمد على الأقل 283 مرة في 39 دولة.

Press Release
حجب الإنترنت في الشرق الأوسط وشمال أفريقيا في عام 2023: ارتفاع عدد الحالات مع تصاعد العنف والحروب غير المسبوقة
15 May 2024
حجب الإنترنت في الشرق الأوسط وشمال أفريقيا في عام 2023: ارتفاع عدد الحالات مع تصاعد العنف والحروب غير المسبوقة
internet shutdown #KeepItOn

Telecommunications Blackout in Sudan: Parties to the Conflict Must End Collective Punishment and Enable Access to Life-Saving Telecommunications

13 May 2024

Amidst the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Sudan, over 90 organizations urgently appeal for the reestablishment of telecommunications infrastructure in the country.

Press Release
Telecommunications Blackout in Sudan: Parties to the Conflict Must End Collective Punishment and Enable Access to Life-Saving Telecommunications
13 May 2024
Telecommunications Blackout in Sudan: Parties to the Conflict Must End Collective Punishment and Enable Access to Life-Saving Telecommunications