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The Global Network Initiative (GNI) was launched in 2008. Our mission is to protect and advance freedom of expression and privacy rights in the information and communications technology (ICT) sector by setting a global standard for responsible decision making and serving as a multistakeholder voice in the face of government restrictions and demands. GNI members include ICT companies, civil society organizations (including human rights and press freedom groups), academics, academic institutions, and investors from around the world.

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NEWS & MEDIA RELEASES (in chronological order)

GNI Expresses Support for the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive

Ramsha Jahangir2023-05-24T12:26:50+00:00May 24, 2023|feature, legal frameworks|

GNI is keen to share with relevant EU actors its perspective on effective, proportionate, rights-respecting, and risk-based approaches to business and human rights.

Summer internship opportunity at GNI

Ramsha Jahangir2023-05-22T14:46:57+00:00May 15, 2023|feature, media releases|

Applications closed.

GNI Statement to House of Lords on UK’s Online Safety Bill

Ramsha Jahangir2023-05-18T21:16:36+00:00May 8, 2023|feature, legal frameworks, media releases|

As a contribution to ongoing deliberations of the House of Lords on the UK Online Safety Bill, the GNI writes to share key considerations.

GNI Submission to the Global Digital Compact Consultation

Ramsha Jahangir2023-05-01T10:08:52+00:00May 1, 2023|feature, media releases|

GNI and its members are pleased to be able to share core principles and commitments we hope to see reflected in the Global Digital Compact.

Read-out: GNI S4D Roundtable on Countering the Misuse of Technology

Ramsha Jahangir2023-05-01T12:11:00+00:00April 17, 2023|feature, media releases|

Read-out from GNI's Summit for Democracy roundtable on the private sector’s role in countering misuse of technology around the world.

Article 19, AfroLeadership, UC Berkley HRC join GNI membership

Ramsha Jahangir2023-04-06T15:46:49+00:00March 16, 2023|feature, media releases, New Members|

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

GNI’s Comments on UNESCO’s Guidance for Regulating Digital Platforms

Ramsha Jahangir2023-03-29T13:48:58+00:00March 9, 2023|feature, issues highlight, legal frameworks, media releases|

GNI shared procedural and substantive analysis on the draft guidance for regulation UNESCO following the "Internet for Trust" global conference. We are pleased to see that UNESCO has taken seriously the feedback that GNI and other organizations have provided and appreciate the time and effort that has gone into its revised Draft 2.0.

GNI Analysis: Information Technology Rules Put Rights at Risk in India

Chris Sheehy2023-03-29T13:58:30+00:00March 7, 2023|feature, intermediary liability, Issues, issues highlight, media releases, Publication, surveillance|

Recent amendments to IT Rules in India continue to pose significant risks for freedom of expression and privacy. Read GNI's update on the recent developments and analysis of the Rules.

The Private Sector’s Role in Countering Misuse of Tech: A S4D Roundtable

Ramsha Jahangir2023-04-13T17:14:20+00:00March 3, 2023|events, feature, media releases|

The roundtable will convene representatives from across the tech industry, and other key stakeholders, to discuss present approaches and future commitments to avoid and mitigate human rights harms.

GNI Statement on Government Efforts to Ban Digital Communications Platforms

Chris Sheehy2023-03-29T14:15:07+00:00February 22, 2023|feature, intermediary liability, Issues, issues highlight, media releases, network disruptions|

GNI is troubled by recent efforts by democratic states to completely ban the use of digital communications platforms, which pose significant human rights risks and are likely to have global ramifications. When governments have legitimate concerns about the impacts and conduct of digital platforms...Read more.