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We give activists from around the world the tools for nonviolent struggle and movement building! Artificial Intelligence Survey: https://t.co/DZ0rbvdUjw
Joined November 2011
Thai activists to serve two years and eight months. Swipe to learn more -> #freemook #peoplepower
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Iranian authorities, terrified of their people, have banned Instagram, Telegram, WhatsApp and YouTube. In moments of political crisis, the government can also shut down the internet altogether so people cannot communicate and spread news of unrest.
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As Iranian authorities restore some online services after crushing antigovernment demonstrations, they are using a technological dragnet to target attendees of the protests.
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Pro-democracy Advocate, Jimmy Lai, sentenced in Hong Kong. Click to learn more -> #peoplepowered #jimmylai #hongkong
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Uganda election season has brought political tensions to a new level. Swipe to learn more ->
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Frenchie Mae Cumpio was sentenced to 12 years in jail on charges of terrorism financing. Targeted for her reporting work on rural areas and critiques of the governmnet; her charges have been widely condemned. #frenchiemaecumpio #peoplepowered
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Iran this week: renewed protest activity amid economic pressure, intensified state repression, and growing international attention. Swipe for context →
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Prominent Egyptian activist Ahmed Douma was arrested Tuesday without charges, later linked by authorities to social media posts exposing prison abuses, including AI-generated content. The arrest signals a shift toward repressing digital dissent—targeting criticism, not violence.
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Protests in Iran did not emerge overnight: Economic strain, shortages, and inflation set the conditions, repression accelerated escalation, and nationwide uproar followed. State violence against protestors has reached extreme heights with the number of killings only rising.
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December 10 is the International Human Rights Day, and this year’s theme is “Our Everyday Essentials”. It highlights human rights as part of our daily lives - not abstract principles, but basic freedoms and protections we depend on every day. They influence our lives even in ways
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Democracy is a precondition for lasting peace. However, we live in a world where democracy is in retreat, where more and more authoritarian regimes are challenging norms and resorting to violence. Maria Corina Machado – awarded the 2025 #NobelPeacePrize – has spent years working
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People flooded the streets to protest against corruption in the Philippines. On September 21, 2025, thousands of Filipinos took to the streets to protest against the misappropriation of trillions of pesos in taxpayers' money for 'ghost' or incomplete flood control projects. The
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2025 is the year we mark 20 years of CANVAS - working alongside activists, communities, and educators worldwide to strengthen democracy and inspire social change through the power of nonviolence! CANVAS has been creating change through knowledge, innovation, and collaboration and
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We note with concern that the media outlet Pamfleti has adapted and misrepresented our latest article – originally published in the Journal of Democracy (JoD) and authored by Breza Race Maksimović and Srđa Popović – by altering its original headline and adding photographs,
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New article is out! The @JoDemocracy has just published our piece on the rise of the student movement in Serbia — the largest mobilization the country has seen in decades. @BrezaRace
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https://t.co/nIG3D7vKOW
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They have been smart, creative, leaderless, and transparent. And they aren’t targeting any one politician or party. They aim to change the entire system.
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So proud to be a part of @bobgreenberg amazing "Brainwave video anthology" talking about my friend, role model and mentor #ZoranDjindjic
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Closely monitoring reports of excessive use of force against protestors in #Serbia. The rights of peaceful demonstration, freedom of assembly & freedom of expression must be upheld. We strongly condemn all acts of hate & violence. Fundamental rights & values must be respected.
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From flash mobs to slow driving and frequent street crossings; tactics of dispersion help nonviolent activists stay safe and effective. Decentralized actions boost participation and reduce risks. Read our full article and learn more about these tactics:
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Youth-led protests erupt across Africa.Govts respond with arrests, violence. 🇰🇪 Kenya: Gen Z met with bullets, blackout 🇨🇮 Ivory Coast: Calls for fair elections 🇷🇼 Rwanda: Opposition leader jailed 🇹🇬 Togo: Protests over indefinite presidency 🇳🇬 Nigeria: #EndSARS anger resurfaces
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Serbian student protesters have arrived in Brussels! 🇷🇸➡️🇪🇺 While Vučić was in Moscow, these brave young people came to the EU capital demanding rule of law & accountability back home. Their message for a democratic Serbia is clear. #Serbia #Democracy #Students #Pumpaj ⛽️❤️
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