FreedomLab’s Tool Library compiles all online tools and resources that can be relevant for human rights defenders, spanning a wide variety of topics. Use the filters below to find relevant resources - tools can be filtered by Topic, Type, and Target Group. Please note that tools included in this library do not belong to FreedomLab and, whilst the Library is regularly updated and maintained by the FreedomLab team, users should be aware of the risks that arise by clicking on external links. If you know of a tool that could be added to this library, fill out this form.
Framework of human rights competences for the non-formal education sector of the Belarusian civil society
This comprehensive document was developed, discussed and agreed upon within the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) Human Rights Education Lab (HRE Lab) project in 2024....
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Handbooks, Manuals and other publications
Topics
Human Rights
Recommended Actions for Online Platforms on Protecting Human Rights Defenders Online
This document sets out 10 recommendations that online platforms should take in partnership with stakeholders to improve HRD safety globally. These recommendations apply to online platforms that...
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Handbooks, Manuals and other publications
Topics
Digital Security
Child Online Safety Toolkit
This comprehensive document provides functional guidance so policymakers can enshrine child online safety into law and practice. It brings together important international guidelines and agreements...
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Handbooks, Manuals and other publications
Online Toolkits
Topics
Digital Security
Physical Security
OSINT Essentials Toolkit
OSINT Essentials was created by Eoghan Sweeney, an open-source investigation specialist and trainer who has helped establish and develop online verification operations at media worldwide.
The aim...
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Online Toolkits
Topics
Information Verification and Analysis
Live World Webcams
Live World Webcams is designed to bring the globe to your fingertips, offering a diverse range of live webcams that capture everything from the vibrant life of bustling cities to the tranquil...
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Online maps & registries
Topics
Information Verification and Analysis
EarthCam
EarthCam.com, the global network of owned and operated live streaming webcams, was built as a way to transport people to interesting and unique locations around the world that may be difficult or...
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Online maps & registries
Topics
Information Verification and Analysis
FakeNews Debunker – InVID WeVerify Extension
This extension allows you to quickly get contextual information on Facebook and Twitter images and videos, as well as on Youtube videos, to perform reverse image search on several engines, to query...
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Add-Ons & Plug-Ins
Topics
Information Verification and Analysis
MW Metadata
MW Metadata normal grabs singular details about a YouTube video and its uploader, playlist and its creator, or channel.
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Other tools
Topics
Information Collection and Documentation
Information Verification and Analysis