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Tools for HRDs

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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.
EarthExplorer
The USGS Earth Explorer is a data portal for obtaining geo-spatial datasets from our extensive collections. Users can navigate via interactive map or text search to obtain Landsat satellite imagery,...
Tool
Databases
Online maps & registries
Topics
Information Collection and Documentation
Information Verification and Analysis
Last Modified: January 26, 2022
Open Foris
Open Foris is a set of free and open-source software tools that facilitates flexible and efficient data collection, analysis and reporting with regards to environmental monitoring. This tools allow...
Tool
Online Toolkits
Topics
Information Collection and Documentation
Information Verification and Analysis
Last Modified: January 26, 2022
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...
Tool
Databases
Online maps & registries
Topics
Information Collection and Documentation
Information Verification and Analysis
Information Visualization and Design
Last Modified: January 26, 2022
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...
Tool
Databases
Mobile Applications
Online maps & registries
Software
Topics
Information Collection and Documentation
Information Verification and Analysis
Last Modified: January 26, 2022
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...
Tool
Handbooks, Manuals and other publications
Online Toolkits
Topics
Emergency services
Information Verification and Analysis
Last Modified: January 26, 2022
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
Last Modified: January 26, 2022
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
Last Modified: January 26, 2022
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...
Tool
Online Toolkits
Topics
Digital Security
Information Verification and Analysis
Information Visualization and Design
Well-being
Last Modified: January 26, 2022
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