Discussion: Censorship & Surveillance Resistant Comms

​This session is initiated by the fellowship candidates of the 2025/2026 cohort of the Introduction to Political Technology Programme at Newspeak House. It is open to external guests by approval only.

​An informal space to learn and share your information, expertise, and ideas about communication beyond centralized infrastructure. We will explore mesh, peer-to-peer, and privacy-preserving tools, share experiences from activism and community organizing, and discuss practical possibilities for resilient networks and safer digital practices.  

​Examples include Bitchat, Briar, Bridgefy, Manyverse, and Meshtastic, as well as encrypted messengers like Signal and techniques such as steganography. The Civic Tech Field Guide also has a listing of connectivity tools, including tracking and resisting internet shutdowns.