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Digital Rights Fund for WANA (DRF)

Digital Rights Fund for WANA (DRF) 2024

Summary:

The DRF 2024 is an initiative by SMEX to support digital rights in the West Asia and North Africa region by providing grants of up to $10,000 to counter digital threats and promote free internet.

1. Application Requirements:

  • Geographic Focus: Must be based in the WANA region.
  • Project Alignment: Should focus on surveillance, spyware, cybercrime, internet censorship, and content moderation.
  • Entities: Open to individuals, groups, and organizations in the WANA region.
  • Commitment: A demonstrated dedication to advancing digital rights.

2. Benefits:

  • Supporting Defenders: Sub-grants for human rights defenders facing digital threats.
  • Promoting Rights: Funding for projects that safeguard digital rights.
  • Building Resilience: Resources and training for cybersecurity.
  • Advancing Expression: Efforts against internet censorship to foster open dialogue.

3. Type:

Grant Initiative: A funding opportunity to empower entities in addressing online human rights violations.

4. Award and Location:

  • Maximum Grant: Up to $10,000.
  • Region: West Asia and North Africa.

5. Deadline:

Application Period: Currently open, with no specified deadline.

For more details and how to apply, visit the Digital Rights Fund for WANA.

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