SMEX advances digital rights
in West Asia and North Africa.
Who we are
SMEX is a non-profit that advocates for and advances human rights in digital spaces across West Asia and North Africa.
Our Vision
Our vision is for everyone living in WANA and the diaspora to be able to access and engage with the internet, mobile services, and other networked spaces safely and without fear of censorship, surveillance, or repercussion.
Our mission
We advance digital rights in the West Asia and North Africa region through research, campaigns, and advocacy. We encourage users to engage with digital technology, media, and social networks responsibly and critically.
What we do
Our Digital Safety Helpdesk assists internet users facing digital threats in the region
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Latest Articles
Latest news at the intersection of technology and human rights in WANA.
Tell social media companies: improve your content moderation practices for...
Acknowledging the importance of protecting sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR) both offline and online in the West Asia and…
Digital Rights Amid the War on Lebanon: What You Need...
Amid the ongoing Israeli aggression on Lebanon, Israel is exploiting civilian means of communication to intimidate people. This began when…
Messages, calls, and radio: How is the Israeli occupation sending...
For the past week, people in Lebanon have been receiving anonymous messages with threats and calls to evacuate homes in…
Lebanon: How to stay informed and connected during a communications...
In times of uncertainty, information can both be a tool and a weapon. This document will be your go-to resource…
Mass attack targeting pagers in Lebanon: What happened?
Eight people were killed and over 2,000 injured when hundreds of pagers used by Hezbollah members in Lebanon exploded in…
“From the river to the sea” stays on Meta, OSB...
On September 4, in a modest yet important win for freedom of expression, Meta’s independent Oversight Board ruled that the…
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Tell social media companies: improve your content moderation practices for SRHR content [Petition]
Acknowledging the importance of protecting sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR) both offline and online in the West Asia and…
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