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| Digital self-defense can only be effective if it has a holistic approach. Even when a threat is based exclusively in the physical or in the digital sphere, its ramifications always encompass all the contexts of our life; physical, psychosocial, | Digital self-defense can only be effective if it has a holistic approach. Even when a threat is based exclusively in the physical or in the digital sphere, its ramifications always encompass all the contexts of our life; physical, psychosocial, | ||
| - | A more empowering approach to protection starts with participatory threat modeling; a collective reflection of our fears including what is more or less likely to happen to us, who our adversaries and allies are, as well as how we can improve our practices to better protect ourselves, our activities and our peers. Fundamentally, | + | A more empowering approach to protection starts with participatory threat modeling; a collective reflection of our fears including what is more or less likely to happen to us, who our adversaries and allies are, as well as how we can improve our practices to better protect ourselves, our activities and our peers. Fundamentally, |
| We also see the word “self-defense” as fundamentally linked to feminist collective organizing; particularly in regards to sharing knowledge, skills and best practices. Feminists have historically used this term to talk about women’s right to protect themselves and to assert their rights and boundaries. However, in order to consider all the possible levels where harm can happen, self-defense also needs to adopt an intersectional approach that includes queer people, sex workers and other marginalized groups. In order to correctly assess and address the threats for a specific group or individual, we need to consider their social and political context and take into account the multiple systems of oppression and domination they are exposed to. Let’s not forget that online violence is just an extension of physical violence and can sadly amplify it even more. In short, we believe knowledge on how to protect ourselves from digital threats should be shared among the most vulnerable groups. | We also see the word “self-defense” as fundamentally linked to feminist collective organizing; particularly in regards to sharing knowledge, skills and best practices. Feminists have historically used this term to talk about women’s right to protect themselves and to assert their rights and boundaries. However, in order to consider all the possible levels where harm can happen, self-defense also needs to adopt an intersectional approach that includes queer people, sex workers and other marginalized groups. In order to correctly assess and address the threats for a specific group or individual, we need to consider their social and political context and take into account the multiple systems of oppression and domination they are exposed to. Let’s not forget that online violence is just an extension of physical violence and can sadly amplify it even more. In short, we believe knowledge on how to protect ourselves from digital threats should be shared among the most vulnerable groups. | ||
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| - | Find the manual in its entirety on [[https:// | + | Find the manual in its entirety on [[https:// |