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.
Global Forest Watch Open Data Portal
Global Forest Watch offers the latest data, technology and tools that empower people and environmental defenders everywhere to better protect forests. By harnessing cutting-edge technology, GFW...
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Databases
Online maps & registries
Topics
Information Collection and Documentation
Information Verification and Analysis
Information Visualization and Design
QGIS
QGIS is a free and open-source cross-platform desktop geographic information system (GIS) application that supports viewing, editing, and analysis of geospatial data on Windows, Mac, Linux, BSD and...
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Databases
Mobile Applications
Online maps & registries
Software
Topics
Information Collection and Documentation
Information Verification and Analysis
Book: Visualising Information for Advocacy
Visualising Information for Advocacy is a book about how advocates and activists use visual elements in their campaigns. In this 170-page book you can find out how to influence issues using the right...
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Handbooks, Manuals and other publications
Topics
Advocacy
Information Visualization and Design
Digital Content Verification Handbook for Emergency Coverage
Verification Handbook is a definitive guide to verifying digital content for emergency coverage. This book laid the foundations for the process of digital content verification and opened a necessary...
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Handbooks, Manuals and other publications
Online Toolkits
Topics
Emergency services
Information Verification and Analysis
Datahub
Datahub is a fast way for individuals, teams and organizations to publish, deploy and share their data. It’s a tool for transforming our ability to create and use quality data, bringing dramatic...
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Databases
Software
Topics
Information Collection and Documentation
Information Verification and Analysis
Information Visualization and Design
Project Management
Audacity
Audacity is a free, easy-to-use, multi-track audio editor and recorder for Windows, macOS, GNU/Linux and other operating systems. The interface is translated into many languages. Features include...
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Add-Ons & Plug-Ins
Software
Topics
Information Collection and Documentation
Pixabay
Pixabay is a vibrant community of creatives, sharing copyright free images, videos and music. All contents are released under the Pixabay License, which makes them safe to use without asking for...
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Databases
Topics
Information Visualization and Design
School of Data
School of Data is a global network committed to advancing data literacy in civil society. Information that directly impact people’s lives is increasingly accessible but civil society is falling...
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E-learning courses
Online Toolkits
Topics
Advocacy
Information Collection and Documentation
Information Verification and Analysis
Information Visualization and Design