Stakeholder: International Organizations
After 22 days of internet shutdown, the government of Mauritania must commit to #KeepItOn at all times
#KeepItOn coalition urges authorities in Mauritania to take a clear stance against internet shutdowns at the start of this new term.
Access Now’s oral statement on the UN Cybercrime Treaty
Watch out for sharks: The bizarre history of internet outages
Civil society joint brief on the UN Global Digital Compact
#KeepItOn: Bangladesh’s government must restore internet access, ensure connectivity during student protests
#KeepItOn coalition urges authorities in Bangladesh to ensure that people can access open, secure, and unrestricted internet during the ongoing student protests.
Access Now welcomes Alejandro Mayoral Baños, new Executive Director
Access Now is excited to announce the appointment of Alejandro Mayoral Baños as the organization’s new Executive Director.
Cyber accountability in East Asia: human rights are key for cybersecurity
China’s digital and cyber policies hurt human rights and undermine cybersecurity globally. Access Now’s Brett Solomon explores how the international community can respond.
Worse than China or Iran? Myanmar’s dangerous VPN ban
Myanmar’s VPN ban, imposed by the military junta, is preventing people from safely accessing blocked apps and websites.
Privacy and human rights award at RightsCon 2025
Access Now and the Global Privacy Assembly are launching a new international award to celebrate exemplary work to protect and promote privacy and other fundamental rights.
Mind the gap: why the UN Security Council should prioritize digital rights
Even as states increasingly weaponize communication networks, the UN Security Council has remained largely silent on digital rights issues. This puts everyone at risk.