The pervasive nature of the digital transformation means that inevitably, every business will be somehow connected with technology-related human rights impacts. Every business therefore …

Apr 30, 2025 · Digital technologies have established themselves as tools of power with the potential to be both oppressive and emancipatory. Their interaction with human rights can …

Sep 8, 2025 · This article explores the multifaceted impact of technology on human rights, focusing on the keywords: privacy, freedom of expression, digital divide, surveillance, and data …

Mar 1, 2024 · In this post, we will delve into the impact of digital technology on human rights, examining both the positive advancements and the potential threats it presents to individuals …

In line with the Secretary-General’s Call to Action for Human Rights, senior leadership should nurture a rights-respecting culture – for example, by communicating internally and externally …

Oct 24, 2025 · We investigate how digital surveillance tools, from hacking to facial recognition, are used to target activists, racial and ethnic minorities and workers. We expose the impact of AI …

Sep 3, 2021 · The growing importance of digital tech and online spaces also comes with risks and threats that can undermine human rights and democratic values. Malicious groups and …

Nov 7, 2025 · In an era of increasing polarization, "fake news" and echo chambers, many have lost faith in the idea that social media can help to strengthen democratic freedoms. Can …

Jan 20, 2025 · Digital technologies provide new means to exercise human rights, but they are too often used to violate human rights. Data protection and privacy, digital identity, the use of …

But while new digital technology may be helpful for the protection of human rights, it also carries real and potential negative impact on the enjoyment of human rights, prompting many in the …