Digital Human Rights Lab

The Digital Human Rights Lab is a joint project by @PollicyOrg, @betterplacelab, @fc__org to strengthen Human Rights in the Digital Age. #digitalhumanrightsug

[Data & Society @datasociety]

An algorithmic system funded by the World Bank, meant to determine which families should get financial help, ended up excluding those who needed it. @hrw's report underscores why govt programs that use automated decision-making need more transparency. https://t.co/jlqQZlyIC1

[CIPESA @cipesaug]

📢📢We want YOU to join us at the Forum on Internet Freedom in Africa (#FIFAfrica23).

This year, we are hosted by 🇹🇿 #Tanzania🇹🇿!

Submit your session proposal or travel support application 👉🏾https://t.co/h4xd3eWdhQ

Be a part of the community advancing #InternetFreedomAfrica

[betterplace lab @betterplacelab]

📢Open Call for Innovators📢
IDEA D4D Innovation Days in #Uganda
📅10th - 14th July
Register here:
👉Karamoja: https://t.co/haZ0guQust
👉 Hoima/Albertine: https://t.co/2kKlygrziV
👉 Rwenzori: https://t.co/nGseZ0vDi8
👉 Kigezi: https://t.co/3tdO1Yd2iq
@PollicyOrg @dhrlab

[DefendDefenders @DefendDefenders]

#OPPORTUNITY: Are you a Ugandan-based woman human rights defender interested in expanding your knowledge of digital tools? Here's an opportunity to improve your skills: https://t.co/ZEHKsTKT6s

[National ICT Innovation Hub @innovationhubug]

Join us online for deep dive into the Digital Transformation Road Map and how accelerators connect to the NDP III Agenda with Amos Mpungu- Principal IT Officer @MoICT_Ug with the link https://t.co/hJKh50lRuX
#InnovateUG
@TheVillageUG

[Pollicy @PollicyOrg]

The #DataFestAfrica 2023 registration is now open!
This year's DataFest will be held in two cities in East Africa. The pre-event will take place in Kampala, Uganda on 29th June, followed by the main event in Nairobi, Kenya on 12th and 13th July.

Register👉https://t.co/IZv5E43c2b

[National ICT Innovation Hub @innovationhubug]

Don't miss out on the opportunity to showcase your skills in the #DataFestAfrica VizQuest Challenge. The deadline is approaching fast. Visit https://t.co/l7SlRw3cJi to get started and join us in revolutionizing #datavisualization! #DataFestAfrica
@PollicyOrg @MoICT_Ug

[Digital Human Rights Lab @dhrlab]

DHRLab is at #SIF23 & we are excited for Day 2! We can't wait to discuss Weaponizing of access, Targeted violence & resistance, Content governance, platform accountability in times of crisis, gender, intersectional identities, & more. Crucial and timely conversations. Let's chat!

[Pollicy @PollicyOrg]

📢 New report alert! 🚀
📑 Dive into our comprehensive study on online violence against women in the 2022 Kenya general elections. 🇰🇪 Discover the alarming findings and gain insights into the challenges faced by women politicians
Full report👉https://t.co/WugHOtJvOk

#ByteBullies

[Africa Digital Rights Hub @hub_adr]

Tune in to the #DigitalRightAfricaPodcast episode 3 on Friday, June 2nd for an insightful session on "Data Protection in Uganda - Regulators Corner" with special guest, @DirectorpdpoUG the National Personal Data Protection Director of Uganda 🇺🇬

📷: https://t.co/92BXaUghQe

[Global Digital Inclusion Partnership @GDInclusion]

Gendered disinformation is a new digital phenomenon where online attacks target outspoken women, particularly those of influence - politicians, journalists, or activists. Will the men stand up for them? https://t.co/kdMZ0xNqus

[NIYEL @NiyelCampaigns]

What does the impact of data governance and artificial intelligence look like for Africa? Join Sherine Achieng, Niyel Advocacy Officer & Zulfa Bobina, Researcher at @PollicyOrg for a robust conversation on Twitter from 1500h GMT tomorrow.

Save the date!
#ChangeCreators

[Digital Human Rights Lab @dhrlab]

As AI systems advance rapidly & integrate into our everyday technologies, concerns about their safety and ethics arise. Studies reveal serious implications, especially for marginalized groups, overshadowing their potential benefits.
https://t.co/oHaTqtDFua

[Unwanted Witness @UnwantedWitness]

Drumrolls🥁🎉

We're thrilled to introduce the speakers of our upcoming webinar;
🎙️@LucyBiteete
🎙️@mmubangizi15
🎙️@dcmukasa
🎙️ @ggithaiga
🎙️ @mocero1
Moderator: Bella Twiine

Join us as we explore the transformative power of ICT in Uganda. Register 🔗 https://t.co/Mitkqrlpnh

[Pollicy @PollicyOrg]

🚀 Get ready for the next #DataLadies session on 31st May! Dive into the world of Pandas, the go-to library for data analysis and manipulation. Join @PollicyOrg x @InnovationHubUg to learn data cleaning techniques and unleash the power of Pandas. Sign up👉https://t.co/m5pAJ8NtWx

[Jenipha Edephonce @JennyEdephonce]

Just a reminder the deadline for the Women Techsters Fellowship Class of 2024 is approaching.

Deadline: 27 May 2023

Apply Today✍️

https://t.co/3ulxMPKpJy

[Pollicy @PollicyOrg]

🚀 Calling all data visualisation enthusiasts!

The 2023 DataFest Africa Data VizQuest challenge is here! Unleash your data visualisation skills, make an impact, & win exciting prizes. 💃

Join the quest today at https://t.co/PaSgUU5OVi! 📊

#DataFestVizQuest23 #DataFestAfrica

[Pollicy @PollicyOrg]

🚨 We're hiring! 🚨

Role👩‍💻: French Interpreter

Aim👨‍💻: Support our consultative works in data governance across Kenya🇰🇪, Zambia🇿🇲, Ghana🇬🇭, and Côte D'Ivoire🇨🇮.

Know someone or are you the perfect fit? Visit our website for more details! 🌟

🔗: 👉 https://t.co/Hnk1xMwWYM

[Code for Africa @Code4Africa]

🇰🇪 Meet us in Nairobi for a masterclass on digital security

As part of our training series with @Jigsaw, we’re hosting a workshop on keeping safe online.

⏰ 8 June

📍 Cheche Books & Coffee, Kauria Close, Lavington, Nairobi

Sign up➡️ https://t.co/v1D6YFAHOO