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.
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...
Tool
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...
Tool
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...
Tool
E-learning courses
Online Toolkits
Topics
Advocacy
Information Collection and Documentation
Information Verification and Analysis
Information Visualization and Design
Data Detox
The Data Detox Kit is a guide to increase your online privacy, digital security and wellbeing. It offers simple steps you can take towards a more balanced and in-control online self. It takes a...
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Online Toolkits
Topics
Digital Security
Information Verification and Analysis
Information Visualization and Design
Well-being
Haven
Haven is for people who need a way to protect their personal areas and possessions without compromising their privacy. It is an Android application that leverages on-device sensors to provide...
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Mobile Applications
Topics
Digital Security
Physical Security
SecureDrop
SecureDrop is an open source whistleblower submission system that media organizations and NGOs can install to securely accept documents from anonymous sources. It uses the anonymity network Tor to...
Tool
Software
Topics
Digital Security
Information Collection and Documentation
Design Dash
GitHub's Design Dash is a super-fast facilitator's guide to running a workshop on design thinking methods and mindsets for organizations.
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Training curricula
Topics
Project Management