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A Series of Short Resource Guides for Hong Kong Human Rights Activists

In response to the worsening human rights situation in Hong Kong in recent weeks, notably since the imposition of the new national security law from Beijing, Human Rights First has…

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Statement on data breach at Blackbaud, Inc., a Human Rights First vendor

On July 16, 2020, Human Rights First was informed that Blackbaud, Inc., one of the largest providers of donor management software for the not-for-profit sector and a vendor used by…

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Resources on the Afghan Evacuation

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Steps to Protect Your Online Identity from the Taliban: Digital History and Evading Biometrics Abuses

Evading the Misuse of Biometric Data We understand that the Taliban is now likely to have access to various biometric databases and equipment in Afghanistan, including some left behind by…

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How to Delete Your Digital History

This short guide helps human rights activists erase their digital footprints. When covering digital tracks and erasing your digital profile remember there are various ways the authorities can try to…

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Administration Urged to Provide Transparency on Use of Force, Civilian Casualties

Washington, D.C.—Human Rights First today, urged President Trump to use congressionally-mandated reporting requirements as an opportunity to provide much-needed transparency on the United States’ use of force and its impact on civilians. The letter comes…

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