Established in 2017, Body & Data works to enhance understanding and access to information on digital rights among women, queer people and marginalized groups where they are able to exercise their rights in a safe and just digital space.Â
We work towards the vision of accessible, safe and just digital space for all, through cross movement building, facilitation for access to information, knowledge building and dissemination on digital rights in the context of Nepal.
VISION STATEMENT
Accessible, Safe and Just digital space for all.
Accessible
Recognition of diverse language and skills, accessible for people with different needs and abilities, no censorship and shut-down, right to information.
Safe
Free and open source, security of data and privacy, free from violence, pleasure-centric, safe for the environment.
Just
Non-judgmental, self-exploration, equal opportunity to express, and justice-driven digital spaces.
MISSION STATEMENT
We advocate, campaign and adopt suitable strategies to ensure accessible, just and safe digital space for marginalized people.
Goals
- Enhanced understanding and access to information on digital rights among women, queer people, marginalized communities and stakeholders.
- Women, queer people and marginalized groups are able to exercise their rights in a safe and just digital space.
PROGRAMS
Knowledge Generation
We conduct research, study and analyze laws, policies, and explore concepts and lived experiences around digital rights in Nepal and their impacts on the lives of marginalized folks.
Capacity Building
We conduct workshops to have conversations around digital rights and to promote safer digital behaviors, tools, tips, and strategies along with bringing stories of women and queer folks in digital spaces.
Advocacy & Campaigns
We do public advocacy through online campaigns and occupy spaces to work on the intersection of digital rights spaces and feminist spaces.