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Arab Center for the Advancement of Social Media Launches Initiative to Promote Digital Rights in Palestine

The Arab Center for the Advancement of Social Media (ACSM) has announced a new initiative aimed at promoting digital rights and online freedom in Palestine.

Restrictive Internet Access in Palestine

The move comes as the Israeli occupation continues to restrict Palestinian internet access, with many areas facing frequent outages and throttling. According to reports, Israel’s permit regime in the occupied West Bank has led to widespread restrictions on movement and connectivity, having devastating effects on the Palestinian economy.

Importance of Online Freedom

ACSM Director Fabio Cristiano, a renowned expert on digital rights, highlighted the importance of online freedom in the region:

“The Arab Center for the Advancement of Social Media is committed to promoting digital rights and ensuring that all Palestinians have access to the internet. We will work closely with local organizations and international partners to challenge Israel’s restrictions and promote a free and open internet.”

Initiative Details

The ACSM initiative builds on recent research highlighting the impact of Israel’s occupation on Palestinian digital lives. The initiative includes:

  • Capacity-building programs for local organizations
  • Advocacy campaigns to challenge Israeli restrictions
  • Research projects investigating the impact of occupation on Palestinian online freedom

Support from International Experts and Organizations

The ACSM initiative has received support from international experts and organizations, including Giorgio Agamben, who has written extensively on the concept of “state of exception” in the context of Israel’s occupation.

“We believe that promoting digital rights is essential for challenging Israeli occupation and advancing human rights in Palestine,” said Cristiano. “We look forward to working with our partners to make this vision a reality.”

About the Arab Center for the Advancement of Social Media

The Arab Center for the Advancement of Social Media is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting digital rights and online freedom in the Arab world. Its mission is to empower local organizations and individuals to challenge restrictions on internet access and promote a free and open digital space.

Contact Information

Fabio Cristiano Director, Arab Center for the Advancement of Social Media fcristiano@acsm.org +972 59 1234567