Developing community, organizational and individual capacity is central to eQualitie’s mission and we are dedicated to fostering digital resilience in local, vulnerable and marginalized communities across the globe.
As digital surveillance by governments and corporations grows, the need for tools, techniques, and training to protect digital freedoms is more urgent than ever. We believe that while technology often takes the spotlight, its true value lies in how it impacts and improves lives.
With over 200 capacity-building initiatives completed in more than 40 countries, we partner with local organizations to create and implement educational programs that develop local expertise in open-source technologies, digital security, and shutdown preparedness.
Our Capacity Building programs work directly with those on the front lines, advancing local knowledge and skills to protect and inform communities and individuals. This collaboration increases digital sovereignty, while making our technology both empowering and practical in addressing real-world challenges.
Our initiatives
Digital security education, from individual workshops, to training the trainer programs, to the development of fully sustainable Digital Security Schools.
Development of national help desks for rapid, high-volume response, providing lasting and widespread support to entire populations.
Community development through our SplinterCon and Internet Without Borders conference series, bringing together diverse voices to strengthen digital sovereignty.
Our eQtv service delivers community supported digital security content to over 60 countries around the world, empowering communities with necessary training to support their digital resilience.
Education and Training
Digital Security School
eQualitie collaborates with community organizations around the world to develop and deploy educational opportunities that instill local competencies in open-source technologies, digital security, and shutdown preparedness.
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DSS380. Digital Security School
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SplinterCon
SplinterCon is an international conference series tackling the challenges of internet fragmentation, or the “splinternet.” Capped at around 100 participants, it gathers researchers, tech entrepreneurs, developers, and internet freedom advocates, to explore themes like national internets, censorship, and innovative solutions to bypass restrictions.
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Internet without borders
“Internet Without Borders” is a nomadic conference series and hackathon focused on combating Russian digital aggression, censorship, and propaganda. We bring together journalists, technology experts, researchers, and activists to explore strategies and improve the toolset for defending Internet freedoms.
Visit websiteNational help desks
Our helpdesk program provides communities with accessible, reliable support to enhance their digital security and privacy. By offering expert guidance and practical solutions, the program empowers individuals and organizations to safeguard their online activities and communications. Focused on addressing local needs, our helpdesks deliver timely assistance, raise awareness about digital threats, and promote the adoption of secure technologies. Through education and personalized support, we aim to foster digital resilience, enabling communities to navigate the complexities of an increasingly surveilled and hostile online environment with confidence and autonomy.
eQTV
eQtv delivers educational content to internet users and TV audiences on essential topics like information security and cyber hygiene. Broadcasting in over 60 countries, its mission is to elevate digital security literacy and privacy awareness, empowering individuals to safeguard their online presence.
Visit websiteOur Approach to Advocacy
Through these efforts, eQualitie embodies a unique form of advocacy. Rather than engaging in traditional lobbying or policy work, we focus on equipping communities with the knowledge and tools they need to protect their digital freedoms. Grounded in the principles of digital sovereignty, we believe all communities should have free or low-cost access to essential tools that ensure a free, informed, and empowered population. This includes the right to access information, communicate without obstruction, and remain free from national or corporate digital control or manipulation.