Global Network Initiative

09/03/2024

Digitally Right has joined the Global Network Initiative (GNI). Since we started, we have been closely engaged with GNI on various policy and advocacy issues. Now, as a member of its civil society constituency, we hope to contribute further to the ongoing discussions. As an organization, we aim to learn more from GNI about the evolving policy landscape and how to address emerging challenges stemming from technology. We also want to bring ground perspectives from countries like Bangladesh to the table, which we believe can add valuable insights to this multi-stakeholder forum.

07/10/2024

The consensus was that for consultations to be truly meaningful, companies should adopt a more specific and transparent approach. Rather than posing broad questions, companies should engage civil society with targeted inquiries that reflect the company’s current considerations. Additionally, it wa...

05/09/2024

Yesterday, the Global Network Initiative announced its new Board of Directors and we’re proud to announce that our very own Fiona Cura-Pitre has retained her seat for three years!

Comprising leaders with diverse expertise across technology, human rights, accountability, and multistakeholder processes, Fiona and the group will help to steer GNI's endeavors to safeguard freedom of expression and privacy in the global tech sector.

Learn more about this vital work, here: https://nokia.ly/4dtUEHg

02/28/2024

The Global Network Initiative (GNI) is thrilled to announce that the International Center for Not-for-Profit Law (ICNL) and Susan Ness have joined GNI as members. “ICNL and former Commissioner Ness each bring stellar reputations and expertise to GNI,” said GNI’s Executive Director, Jason Piele...

10/30/2023

We recently had our second human rights assessment by the Global Network Initiative, and we’re pleased to say that it recognised our work in implementing the GNI Principles on freedom of expression and privacy, globally.

Learn more about the assessment and how we’re protecting and advancing freedom of expression and privacy rights here: https://nokia.ly/46KtU1j

09/18/2023

GNI's 2022 Annual Report is live! The report highlights GNI’s extraordinary work during a year of transition, change, and opportunity.

Learn more about GNI’s achievements and efforts to protect freedom of expression and privacy around the world:

2022 was an exciting year for GNI! This year, GNI conducted its fourth and largest assessment cycle, concluded a strategic review, and continued to welcome new members across all of our constituencies. As we worked tirelessly to reflect on our internal structure and growth, geopolitical developments...

08/16/2023

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03/22/2023

is thrilled to announce that ARTICLE 19, AfroLeadership Osc & Human Rights Center at UC Berkeley 🎉

“The addition of these three, wonderful organizations demonstrates the ongoing value provided by the unique and important space that GNI fosters,” said GNI Executive Director Jason Pielemeier.

The Global Network Initiative (GNI) is thrilled to announce that ARTICLE 19, AfroLeadership and UC Berkeley's Human Rights Center have joined GNI as members. ARTICLE

10/03/2022

GNI condemns the Iranian government’s apparent efforts to stifle , association, and peaceful assembly, including through disruption of information and communication technologies.

This response reflects an unfortunate pattern of authoritarian behavior by authorities in in response to peaceful protests, and it reflects oppression Iranian women have faced for decades. We call on the government to lift restrictions and measures in online and offline spaces.

The Global Network Initiative (GNI) joins the chorus of Iranian citizens, international organizations, and other actors expressing deep concern about the widespread repression and violence being perpetrated against peaceful protesters. GNI condemns the Iranian government’s apparent efforts to stif...

09/08/2022

GNI welcomes NDI as a member of its civil society constituency! “We are happy to join the Global Network Initiative, the leading voice in bringing transparency, accountability and smart decision making across sectors,” said Moira Whelan, Director of Democracy and Technology at the National Democratic Institute. “Democracy requires a free, open internet where all citizens can voice their opinions, share, and debate. NDI’s partners around the world are on the front lines of speaking out against authoritarianism, and through GNI their voices will be heard in C suites and reflected in better approaches to creating an internet that works for everyone.”

Learn more about our newest member

The Global Network Initiative (GNI) is thrilled to announce that the National Democratic Institute (NDI) has joined GNI as a civil society member. NDI is a non-profit, non-partisan, non-governmental organization that works in partnership around the world to strengthen and safeguard democratic instit...