Digital Resilience Fellowship 2026 - Call for Applications

The Defenders Protection Initiative has opened applications for the 2025-2026 Digital Resilience Fellowship in Uganda. The program aims to train human rights defenders and civil society actors in digital security to combat online threats.
Why it matters
As digital surveillance and harassment increase, equipping grassroots activists with cybersecurity skills is vital for protecting democratic engagement and human rights.
The Defenders Protection Initiative has announced the Digital Resilience Fellowship 2025–2026, a targeted initiative aimed at strengthening digital safety among grassroots human rights defenders and civil society actors in Uganda. This programme responds to the growing need for secure digital practices in environments where civic actors face increasing online threats.
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