Freedom Online Coalition
@FO_Coalition
The Freedom Online Coalition is an intergovernmental coalition committed to advancing Internet freedom worldwide #FOC RT ≠ endorsement
The @FO_Coalition has released a landmark Joint Statement on Protecting Human Rights Online and Preventing Internet Shutdowns in Times of Armed Conflict. Endorsed by 29 Members and one Observer, the statement affirms the importance of a global, free, open, secure and…
Join us live from Workshop Room 4 at the #InternetGovernanceForum (#IGF2025) for the panel session "Shaping Global AI Governance Through Multistakeholder Action", launching the Joint Statement on AI and Human Rights - sched.co/244wj
A highly successful third regional dialogue held during Estonia’s chairship of the @FO_Coalition — this time in Brazil. 🇧🇷 Many thanks to @CTS_FGV for the warm hosting & great collaboration.
Join the @FO_Coalition at the #WSIS+20 High-Level Event in Geneva 🇨🇭 or online, as panelists explore how to strengthen multistakeholder engagement, advance rights-based digital governance, and embed #humanrights in the development of technical standards ⬇️ freedomonlinecoalition.com/foc-events/
Colombia se une a la Declaración Conjunta que llama a proteger los derechos humanos digitales durante conflictos armados. 📢 29 países y 1 observador de la Coalición por la Libertad en Línea (FOC) alzan la voz para proteger los derechos humanos digitales durante conflictos…
A great week for 🇪🇪 chairship of @FO_Coalition at @intgovforum in Oslo🇳🇴. Highlights: a successful 2nd Strategy & Coordination Meeting and engaging panels & vibrant discussions on digital freedom. #IGF2025
🇬🇧 endorses the #FO_Coalition statement on Protecting Human Rights Online and Preventing Internet Shutdowns in Times of Armed Conflict and the importance of access to the Internet to enable the free flow of information and vital humanitarian co-ordination. #IGF2025
1/2: Today, the undersigned Members of the @FO_Coalition have issued a Joint Statement affirming the importance of a global, free, open, secure, and interoperable #Internet and other digital communications services in times of armed conflict ⬇️ freedomonlinecoalition.com/joint-statemen…
Internet shutdowns during armed conflict fuel violence, block aid, and facilitate human rights violations and abuses. We welcome the @FO_Coalition’s call for free, open, and secure access to the internet, always. #KeepItOn accessnow.org/press-release/…
🌍🤖 ¡Ya está disponible! La Declaración Conjunta sobre IA y Derechos Humanos reafirma el compromiso global con una inteligencia artificial que sea: 🔹 Respetuosa de los #DerechosHumanos. 🔹 Centrada en las personas. 🔹 Segura, confiable y ética. 🔹 Basada en la rendición…
The Joint Statement on AI and Human Rights, reaffirms signatories' commitment to a rights-respecting, human-centric, safe, secure, trustworthy and ethical #AI future grounded in #humanrights, accountability, & the rule of law. View the statement below ⬇️ freedomonlinecoalition.com/joint-statemen…
Tomorrow, join the @FO_Coalition for the first of three multistakeholder open forums and workshops as part of the 2025 #IGF in Lillestrøm, Norway & online. View session details and panellists here ⬇️ freedomonlinecoalition.com/foc-events/
Grateful for this morning’s thoughtful exchange with @MediaFreedomC & @FO_Coalition Ambassadors and UN Special Rapporteurs @Irenekhan & Gina Romero. #Estonia 🇪🇪 remains committed to advancing freedom of expression & peaceful assembly online and offline. #HRC59 #HumanRights
May 26 |@YerevanDialogue Side event on “Digital Public Infrastructure for Resilience & Inclusion: Advancing Human Rights Online” was co-hosted by @MFAofArmenia, @MFAestonia & @FO_Coalition. Grateful to all participants for contributions & engagement in this important initiative.
🌐 As tech transforms our social, economic 💰 & political 🏛️ lives, Digital Inclusion is a human rights - not just a matter of access. Robust Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) must empower all 🤝, while protecting privacy 🔐, freedom & equity. 📢 This event will explore how…
On World Press Freedom Day, Finland is committed to protect independent journalism and media in the digital age. AI can enhance journalism, but without safeguards AI poses risks to free expression. Transparency and accountability are key. #WorldPressFreedomDay #PressFreedom.
Members of the MFC and the @FO_Coalition have published a joint statement in honour of #WorldPressFreedomDay 2025. Full statement: mediafreedomcoalition.org/joint-statemen…
Independent media and the sovereignty of journalists are essential pillars of democracy. A free press isn't just a privilege—it's a necessity. #WorldPressFreedomDay
Members of the MFC and the @FO_Coalition have published a joint statement in honour of #WorldPressFreedomDay 2025. Full statement: mediafreedomcoalition.org/joint-statemen…
Members of the MFC and the @FO_Coalition have published a joint statement in honour of #WorldPressFreedomDay 2025. Full statement: mediafreedomcoalition.org/joint-statemen…