CIVICUS Voices

Author: CIVICUS

CIVICUS is a global alliance of over 10,000 activists and civil society organisations, especially from the Global South, that exists to defend people power. Our podcast brings you stories of people, communities, and organisations defending human rights and fighting for a more just, inclusive and sustainable world. As a human rights organisation, our activism focuses on human rights violations, civil liberties, and issues such as sustainability, safe protests, and good governance. Find out more on www.civicus.org or on social media under @CIVICUSAlliance.
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The future of protest
Episode 5
Monday, 28 April, 2025

Summary From the rise of social media to the advent of Artificial Intelligence, these technologies have revolutionized how protest movements are organized and how voices are heard. Yet, with increased surveillance and stricter laws, the digital battleground is complex. This episode covers how the digital realm has opened up new frontiers for activism: what are the opportunities and challenges for the future of protest? Guests: Clement Voule, United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Rights to Freedom of Peaceful Assembly Kumi Naidoo, prominent South African human rights and environmental justice activist. Former head of Amnesty, Greenpeace and CIVICUSYou can find CIVICUS online and on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. CIVICUS Voices is hosted by Aarti Narsee and produced by Elna Schutz, Jamaine Krige, and the CIVICUS team.