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@pollicy.bsky.social

Working at the intersection of Data, Design and Technology #DataFeminism #CivicTech #DigitalRights

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Lessons of Resilience from Data Mtaani: Workers Navigating Risk and Opportunity in Digital Spaces Author: Wanjiku Maina, Pollicy

Digital spaces shape how workers learn, earn, connect & stay safe.

From WhatsApp job networks to TikTok businesses, domestic workers navigate opportunity & risk with resilience and collective support. @cdeunibe.bsky.social

Read more: bit.ly/4aWULut

26.02.2026 11:57 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Data privacy is about control. Who collects your personal data, how it’s used, and why.

As we mark Day 1 of #DataPrivacyWeek, we’re starting with the basics. Because understanding privacy is the first step to defending it.

#DataPrivacy #DigitalRights #PrivacyMatters

27.01.2026 11:32 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Episode 9: Bonnita Nyamwire | Resist, Persist, and Reimagine
In Episode 9 of Resist, Persist and Reimagine, we speak with Bonnita Nyamwire, Head of Research in our partner organization @Pollicy, about the systemic barr... Episode 9: Bonnita Nyamwire | Resist, Persist, and Reimagine

In episode 9 of #ResistPersistReimagine, we speak with Bonnita Nyamwire, Head of Research in our partner organization @pollicy.bsky.social, about the systemic barriers women face in politics; from online spaces to parliaments.

🎬🐝 Watch, subscribe and share!

14.01.2026 07:02 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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What if #data wasn’t distant or extractive but something you could walk through and touch ?

Our second Afrofeminist Data Museum at #DFA2025 was curated as a journey: from memory & archives, to play & possibility, to collective imagining.

datafest.africa/wp-content/u...

22.01.2026 08:43 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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REDATA: Bringing TFGBV Data to Life Through Motion in the Afrofeminist Data Museum Author: Kamogelo Makhoba

Starting 2026 by asking a question that stays with us:
how do we make data felt, not just seen?

At #DataFestAfrica2025, REDATA by our Game Design Fellow Kamogelo Makhoba, turned #TFGBV data into motion and story centering lived experiences, care, and resistance.

Read more: bit.ly/3YCcZMc

13.01.2026 06:58 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We’re signing off for the holidays✨

Our offices will be closed from 19th December 2025 and will re-open on 7th January 2026 as we take time to rest and recharge.

Thank you to our community and partners for an impactful 2025.

See you in 2026!

#HappyHolidays

19.12.2025 07:37 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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From accounts to devices, from malware to online presence, journalists at #UgandaMediaWeek2025 are getting practical, hands-on digital security support.

Shoutout to our Data Products Assistant Rashid, for leading antivirus & VPN installs & reminding us: your data must remain yours.

17.12.2025 11:07 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Human rights belong to ALL of us.

This #HumanRightsDay, lets rise together for a world where freedom, justice, hope and equality for ALL prevail.✊🏾

10.12.2025 08:15 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Prevention of violence against women and girls is possible! Invest in it.

#16DaysOfActivism
#FeministFutures
#EndOnlineViolence

10.12.2025 00:14 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚫No one should feel threatened or silenced on the internet!

πŸ“±Report incidents of #OGBV through our portal for legal, digital & psycho-social support!

πŸ”— ogbv.wougnet.org

#16DaysOfActivism

10.12.2025 06:21 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Can digital safety legislation be developed without relying on surveillance-heavy solutions?

Annex from @pollicy.bsky.social says: "Digital safety regulations are important [but] we recommend government bodies to employ a gender lens in [forming] these regulations." #16Days #NoTechForWar @apc.org

08.12.2025 09:08 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Yesterday, we joined some partners to kick off #16DaysofActivism against Digital Violence towards Women & Girls.

We discussed how online abuse affects women and girls and why it’s so important for different sectors to work together and push for gender-responsive laws.

#NoExcuse #ACTtoEndViolence

26.11.2025 08:19 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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This #16DaysOfActivism, we’re digging into the growing crisis of #TFGBV in Uganda.

From algorithmic bias to online harassment & real-world harm, women & marginalized groups deserve safer digital spaces.

Monday, 1 Dec 2025 | 2:00 – 4:00 PM EAT

Register: bit.ly/4pbMcle

#HerSafeNet #16Days

25.11.2025 11:13 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1
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Still buzzing from the energy at the first #DataFestAfrica2025 pre-event in Nairobi with Aga Khan University.

The discussions were a powerful reminder that #Africa has the creativity, knowledge & power to reclaim its own data futures, building systems that serve people, not extract from them.

20.10.2025 07:32 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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‼️REGISTER FOR DATAFEST AFRICA 2025‼️

Registration for #DFA2025 is now OPEN! (30-31 October)

Whether you’re a creative, community organiser, policymaker, activist, technologist, or data enthusiast, this space is for YOU.

Register here: datafest.africa

07.10.2025 06:23 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The countdown is real! We are only 30 days away to #DataFestAfrica2025!

We’re gearing up for two days of transformative dialogue, powerful connections, and a bold vision for Africa’s data future.

See the full lineup here: datafest.africa/agenda/

30.09.2025 12:15 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Digital Safetea Get the Tea on your Digital Safety!

Strong passwords = stronger protection. πŸ”‘

Every step and safeguard helps women stay visible, safe & powerful online.

Play our Digital SafeTea Game today and level up your digital resilience. www.digitalsafetea.com

#HerSafeNet #DigitalSafety

23.09.2025 09:03 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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With support from the Austrian Development Agency, we’re strengthening the digital resilience of women journalists, WHRDs & women leaders against #TFGBV during elections in Uganda.

Last week, we met Safe Places Uganda, who will join our referral pathway & offer subsidized counselling for survivors.

16.09.2025 07:13 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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When one woman is silenced, we all lose a voice.

With Defenders Protection Initiative, we’re working to:
✨ Equip women leaders with digital safety skills
✨ Empower WHRDs to stand strong against #TFGBV
✨ Build networks of solidarity

Because the internet should never be a battlefield.

#HerSafeNet

11.09.2025 08:32 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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#TFGBV is violence and must be treated as a crime. is violence and must be treated as a crime.

We're calling for #TFGBV to be included in Uganda’s 2024 Sexual Offences Bill, because every woman deserves legal protection from online harms.

Read more β†’ pollicy.org/resource/tfg...

#HerSafeNet

05.09.2025 06:52 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A safe & joyful internet is one where women, girls and marginalised communities can participate without fear.” – Bonaventure, Pollicy

As we continue to roll out our Strategic Plan 2024–2027, we’re sharing team reflections on what it means in practice.

Listen inπŸ‘‡πŸΎ

#DigitalSafety #HerSafeNet

02.09.2025 07:23 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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This week, we are hosting the first #DataLadies Training aimed at empowering girls (15–18 yrs) with STEM skills through mentorship & hands-on learning.

Today Marked #Day1 and the participants explored Digital Safety & Security + Intro to Python.

#Digitalsafety #STEMeducation

19.08.2025 13:32 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Key Features of Law β„–2024/017 (On Personal Data Protection in Cameroon) Author: Rachel Magege

πŸ‡¨πŸ‡² What does Cameroon’s new Law 2024/017 mean for personal data protection?

From consent to cross-border data flows, we break down the key features of this legislationβ€”and what it signals for digital rights in Central Africa.

πŸ” Dive into the blog:
pollicy.medium.com/key-features...

08.08.2025 10:52 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“’Want to help bring #DataFestAfrica2025 to life? We’re looking for:

βœ”οΈ Rapporteurs
βœ”οΈ Event Onsite Ticketing & Registration
βœ”οΈ Branding & printing
βœ”οΈ Video Coverage & Photography
βœ”οΈ Language Interpreters

πŸ“… Deadline: August 18th 2025

Apply here πŸ‘‰πŸΎ forms.gle/SGWqxmmVDZSj...

01.08.2025 06:58 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“’ Our new Strategic Plan (2024–2027) is here!

Bold. Feminist. Data-powered. Africa-first. 🌍

For the next three years, we’re doubling down on our feminist tech, digital rights, and justice-driven data work across Africa like never before.

πŸ‘‰πŸΎ Dive in: bit.ly/PollicyStrateg…

31.07.2025 12:00 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸŽ™οΈ Episode 9: Bonnita Nyamwire Resist, Persist and Reimagine Β· Episode

Ep. 9 of Resist, Persist & Reimagine podcast by @colmenafund.bsky.social is LIVE!

Our Director of Research, Bonnita Nyamwire talks about how #TFGBV is pushing women out of politics, and what civil society must do to fight back.

Listen inπŸ‘‡πŸΎ
open.spotify.com/episode/4pSz...

30.07.2025 08:56 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸš€ Our 2024 Annual Report is here!

From research to partnerships, events, and transformative impact across Africa’s #data landscape, 2024 was anything but ordinary.

Dive into the reflections & feminist data future we’re building.
➑️ bit.ly/PollicyAnnualR…

#PollicyAnnualReport #FeministTech

24.07.2025 11:43 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“’Calling all change-makers, creatives & community builders!

Pollicy’s 2025 Fellowship applications are OPEN! We're looking for 3 dynamic fellows to join us.

βœ”οΈ Francophone Community Engagement Fellow
βœ”οΈ Grants & Growth Fellow
βœ”οΈ Games Design Fellow

Apply here πŸ‘‰πŸΎ pollicy.org/wp-content/u...

21.07.2025 07:33 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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DataFest Africa 2025: Call for Session Proposals. We’re excited to invite bold ideas, creative formats, and powerful voices for DataFest Africa 2025, a pan-African gathering shaping a just, inclusive, and community-driven digital future. As we reclai...

πŸ“’#DataFestAfrica2025 Call for Sessions is NOW OPEN!

Have a bold idea that challenges extractive tech and inspires change in communities?

We’re inviting YOU to submit bold and powerful sessions at #DFA2025.

Submit your proposal today πŸ‘‰πŸΎ bit.ly/CallForSessi...

16.07.2025 11:53 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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This year, we're taking back the narrative and β€œReclaiming our Data Futures”.

Get ready for bold conversations, ideas around data, tech and everything in between!

#DFA2025

Stay tuned for updates.

14.07.2025 09:19 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0