Webinar on Global Internet Shutdowns: Challenges and Solutions
In an increasingly connected world, internet shutdowns have become a troubling reality, often used by governments to quell dissent or control information flow. The webinar on “Global Internet Shutdowns: Challenges and Solutions” aims to bring together diverse voices to address this pressing issue. Participants will discuss the various motivations for shutdowns, from political to security concerns, and analyze their detrimental effects on human rights, economic development, and access to information. By fostering dialogue and collaboration, this webinar seeks to develop actionable strategies to advocate for the protection of digital rights, ensuring that access to the internet remains a fundamental human right in every corner of the globe.