Overview
The Global Network Initiative (GNI) was established in 2008, bringing together information and communication technology (ICT) companies, civil society organizations, academics, and investors working to enhance respect for freedom of expression and privacy in the face of government pressures, restrictions, and demands. GNI’s […]
On September 21, 2022, the Ministry of Communications in India released the Draft Indian Telecom Bill, 2022 (“Draft Bill”). The Draft Bill followed a previous consultation paper from the Department of Telecommunications outlining the “Need for a new legal framework governing Telecommunication in […]
The Global Network Initiative (GNI) is an international multistakeholder group of Internet and telecommunications companies, civil society organizations (including human rights and press freedom groups), investors and academics, who have created a collaborative approach to protect and advance freedom of expression and privacy in the […]
Overview
GNI is seeking a consultant with significant experience in evaluating and reviewing human rights and advocacy programs for Civil Society Organizations especially those funded by US donors to undertake an independent evaluation of its five-year project, Sustaining Multi-stakeholder Networks for Internet Freedom (SuNI).
Launched […]
By Elizabeth Whatcott
As human rights due diligence frameworks for the ICT sector proliferate around the globe, GNI convened its Annual Learning Forum on September 27, 2022 to share tools, resources, and expertise on due diligence for the ICT industry. Entitled “Taking […]
The Global Network Initiative (GNI) and Global Partners Digital (GPD) have launched a new guide to support civil society organisations in engaging with the tech sector around issues affecting human rights.
Engaging Tech Companies on Human Rights: A How-To Guide for Civil Society is structured in three […]
The GNI is pleased to announce new additions to our staff.
Long time GNI member and former Board representative Elonnai Hickok will be joining as GNI’s Managing Director. Elonnai has contributed to the advancement of human and digital rights […]
“Zoom has been very engaged throughout their Observer Membership in GNI and we are excited to continue working together as they join GNI as a full member,” said Jason Pielemeier, GNI’s Executive Director.
“I am incredibly excited to welcome NDI into GNI,” said GNI Executive Director Jason Pielemeier. “We are particularly keen to collaborate with the Democracy and Technology Division, which brings unique reach, insight, and capacity based on its global engagement on digital rights.”
