DefendersTech
We provide digital security and IT-support to human rights defenders in the East and Horn of Africa sub-region.
DefendersTech is DefendDefenders innovation team working to facilitate intelligent, strategic, and secure usage of technology by human rights defenders (HRDs) in the East and Horn of Africa sub-region.
Our Services
Comprehensive digital support and training for human rights defenders
Digital Safety Education
We offer digital security training for HRDs with beginner, intermediate, or advanced ICT skills, as well as advanced trainings for IT-staff of human rights organisations.
Documentation & Data
We offer training and support on electronic documentation systems for human rights documentation projects, including Martus, OpenEvSys, CiviCRM, Kobo Toolbox, and Elmo.
Research & Monitoring
DefendersTech aims to raise awareness about the digital safety and privacy situation for HRDs in the sub-region, through closely monitoring the situation, and publishing in-depth reports.
Web Presence
DefendersTech offers a small-scale hosting service for human rights organisations in the East and Horn of Africa sub-region, and social media training on social networking, brand building, and WordPress web hosting.
Our Programs
Specialized initiatives supporting digital security and capacity building
Need Digital Security Support?
Are you an HRD in the East and Horn of Africa in need of digital security support?
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Ryota Jonen's Front-Row View of DefendDefenders
There are individuals who have watched – from a front-row seat vantage point – the evolution of DefendDefenders, from its inception 20 years ago to the present day.
23 October 2025
Bi-Annual Report MAY-OCTOBER 2025
DefendDefenders welcomes the opportunity offered by the 85th ordinary session of the African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights to highlight the most pressing human rights issues.
22 October 2025
DefendDefenders and AfricanDefenders Statements at ACHPR85
DefendDefenders welcomes the opportunity provided by the 85th Ordinary Session of the African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights to present an overview of the state of democracy.
21 October 2025