Region: Eastern Europe & Central Asia
Russia’s elections: internet access is fundamental
To uphold a semblance of democracy on and after polling day, Russian authorities must ensure open and secure internet access across Russia.
#KeepItOn: Russian authorities and ISPs must safeguard free, open, and secure internet access during upcoming presidential elections
During important national events, people need open, free, and secure internet access. Russia must #KeepItOn.
What they did in the shadows: Internet shutdowns and atrocities in Ukraine
Approaching two years since the full-scale invasion, we document the atrocities in Ukraine and the inflicted suffering on its people.
A1 Telekom Austria Group: ensure people’s access to open and secure internet during Belarusian elections
#KeepItOn: A1 Telekom Austria Group must resist internet shutdowns and share shutdown requests
The #KeepItOn coalition urges A1 Telekom to publicly support free, open, and secure internet access for the people of Belarus throughout the elections.
Visa restrictions on the way for commercial spyware vendors
Azerbaijani government and telcos must #KeepItOn during presidential elections
Access Now is calling on the government of Azerbaijan to ensure unrestricted access to the internet throughout the election.
#KeepItOn: government of the Republic of Azerbaijan and internet service providers must maintain free, open, and secure internet access throughout upcoming elections
The government of Azerbaijan must ensure people can access open and secure internet when they need it the most and #KeepItOn.
2024 elections and internet shutdowns watch
Governments around the world continue to shut down the internet during elections. Join our 2024 elections watch to #KeepItOn.