Safeguarding Our Information Ecosystem
Empowering Civil Society in Malaysia to Strengthen Data Governance and Respond to Emerging Threats
Project Summary
| Start Date | 2025-01-14 |
| End Date | 2029-12-30 |
This is 48-month project in collaboration with Article 19 and Centre for Independent Journalism aimed at empowering civil society in Malaysia to
respond to online threats to freedom of expression, privacy, and data protection.
It will also focus on strengthening efforts to promote multi-stakeholders and transparency in Internet governance to make the information space safer and more inclusive for all in Malaysia.
Activities
| Activity | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Database on AI Implementations in the Malaysian Public Sector | Research and knowledge generation | Implementation |
| Enabling Tech for CSO Training Curriculum | Capacity building and awareness raising | Implementation |
Updates
Announcing DRAPAC25 Kuala Lumpur: Join the next wave of change
Events
Workshop on data governance, AI and Tech for Civil Society (Klang Valley)
Nov 25, 2025 09:00 AM
VE Hotel & Residence, Kuala Lumpur
Nov 25, 2025 09:00 AM
VE Hotel & Residence, Kuala Lumpur
Multistakeholder meeting on online safety regulation in Malaysia
Aug 28, 2025 10:00 AM
Theatrette 1.11, First Floor, AICB Centre for Excellence
Aug 28, 2025 10:00 AM
Theatrette 1.11, First Floor, AICB Centre for Excellence
Developing a curriculum for civil society to understand tech
Aug 26, 2025 11:30 AM
Human Rights Tech Commons Southwest Corner, Second Floor, AICB Centre for Excellence
Aug 26, 2025 11:30 AM
Human Rights Tech Commons Southwest Corner, Second Floor, AICB Centre for Excellence
Resources
Enabling Tech Curriculum
10 December 2025 Skills and resources to strategically position leaders from civil society organizations (CSOs) to secure free and open online and digital spaces where democracy and human rights can flourish Read More
10 December 2025 Skills and resources to strategically position leaders from civil society organizations (CSOs) to secure free and open online and digital spaces where democracy and human rights can flourish Read More
Leading Regional AI Governance: Traversing Public Interests, Rights and Innovation in Malaysia
30 November 2025 This paper frames its proposal within Malaysia’s existing policy direction and focuses on supporting the achievement of 13th Malaysia Plan and the AI National Action Plan 2030 through proposed recommendations. Read More
30 November 2025 This paper frames its proposal within Malaysia’s existing policy direction and focuses on supporting the achievement of 13th Malaysia Plan and the AI National Action Plan 2030 through proposed recommendations. Read More
Deploying and Using AI Models Locally
26 November 2025 Materials for introductory training session on deploying and using AI Models locally Read More
26 November 2025 Materials for introductory training session on deploying and using AI Models locally Read More
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