internet policy

As a research officer at Paradigm Initiative, my daily work involves a number of interesting tasks. I lead research on Paradigm Initiative’s annual Digital Rights in Africa report, together with a network of researchers within our organisation and across the continent. I also produce policy briefs and blog posts and manage research partnerships with local, regional and international organisations.

As a member of my organisation’s policy advocacy and communications teams, I’m also involved in policy advocacy and communications in defence of… Read more

“It is great that human rights are seen as a priority when it comes to IG, and it’s equally important that users know that they have rights online. As a young African woman in IG, I found myself reflecting on the discourse of gender rights online and how gender rights are perceived and tackled within the IG space. Some of the issues that women & LGBTQ communities face online are:

  • Revenge porn (e.g. leaking of nudes & private sex tapes)
  • Sexual harassment & stalking
  • Sexist jokes that promote rape and violence against women & LGBQT communities
  • … Read more