SFLC.in Launches 3rd Cohort Of Digital Defenders Network: Nationwide Pro-Bono Lawyers To Protect Digital Freedoms
SFLC.in is launching the 3rd cohort of Digital Defenders Network ("DDN"). DDN is a pro-bono, nationwide network of lawyers committed to defending digital freedoms online. DDN is a unique initiative launched by SFLC.in aimed at establishing a network of lawyers throughout the country for protecting citizens' Fundamental Rights and constitutional freedoms. It is completely pro-bono. DDN ensures that citizens are provided timely and effective legal redressal facing Fundamental Rights violations by lawyers located in various states.
With the third cohort of 30 lawyers from across the country, DDN shall be a wholly virtual network to overcome geographical limitations.
The goal is to provide timely and effective legal redressal to people facing violations of their freedom online, through lawyers located in different parts of the country.
The Lawyers or 'Digital Defenders' will have access to -
- Support from other lawyers within the network
- Resources available with SFLC.in
- Assistance in filing cases/complaints
- Dedicated online grievance redressal form
- Opportunities to collaborate with pre-eminent lawyers, academicians, and policy experts in software, technology, data protection, and management.
Wide Representation:
DDN wide representation across India. At present, 51 lawyers across 17 states have joined the Network.
Membership to the Network gives the Digital Defenders access to the network of other lawyers within the Network as also to the resources available with SFLC.in, including assistance in filing cases/complaints, online grievance redressal form and opportunities to collaborate with academics, and policy experts in software, technology, data privacy and surveillance. Members can host physical and online events in collaboration with SFLC.in on digital rights.
Eligibility:
SFLC.in employs an inclusive selection criterion to identify the ideal candidates for the Digital Defenders Network. Lawyers with minimum litigation experience of 1 year, who are collaborative, earnest and passionate about safeguarding digital rights of the common people can apply. Participation from all sections of society is encouraged.
Invitations Open!
SFLC.in has opened applications for the 3rd cohort of Digital Defenders Network until Oct 30, 2024. Those interested can apply at: https://form.sflc.in/sflc-in-ddn
For more details, refer to the brochure here