Resources for Learning

Computer Security For Activists & Everyone (October 2018 Slides & Resources)

Here is a collection of resources from Oh Shit! What Now?’s October 2018 class, “Computer Security For Activists & Everyone.” We either used these resources and links in the creation of the class, or they offer opportunities for further learning and study. Current Events: Facebook & Google+ Hacked The Facebook Hack Exposes An Internet-Wide Failure (WIRED)… Continue reading Computer Security For Activists & Everyone (October 2018 Slides & Resources)

Classes

Computer Security & Online Privacy Basics (Oct 18)

In an age of mass surveillance and increasingly commonplace hacking, protecting yourself online can feel overwhelming. We’ll help you get a handle on your devices, including your computer and smartphone. We’ll start by explaining “threat modeling,” which helps you understand what steps to take when. We’ll outline some concrete solutions for encrypted messaging, secure email,… Continue reading Computer Security & Online Privacy Basics (Oct 18)

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Computer Security & Online Privacy Basics (September 14)

In today’s charged atmosphere, activists (and anyone who is politically active) are targeted for surveillance, hacking, and even threats to their safety from police, the government, hackers, even white surpemacists. In this introductory class, we’ll explain the basics of computer security and offer tips on protecting your privacy online. We’ll talk about using encryption to… Continue reading Computer Security & Online Privacy Basics (September 14)

Resources for Learning

Resisting Doxing & Protecting Privacy: Resources For Vulnerable People

Below is a collection of resources from Oh Shit! What Now?’s “Take Back Your Online Privacy: Dox Resisters Edition” class. We either used these resources and links in the creation of the class, or they offer opportunities for further learning and study. Oh Shit! What Now? offers basic computer security classes every other month, but… Continue reading Resisting Doxing & Protecting Privacy: Resources For Vulnerable People

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Take Back Your Online Privacy: Dox Resisters Edition (June 22)

“Doxing” is when an activist or other individual faces harassment after their personal information is released online. In this free class, we will offer some basic tips for protecting your identity online, and considering what you post and how, as well as a few tips for how to handle being doxed if it happens to… Continue reading Take Back Your Online Privacy: Dox Resisters Edition (June 22)

Archived Resources

Take Back Your Online Privacy: Computer Security Resources For Activists & Everyday Humans

Here is a collection of resources from Oh Shit! What Now?’s “Take Back Your Online Privacy” class. We either used these resources and links in the creation of the class, or they offer opportunities for further learning and study. Recommended Virtual Private Networks These Virtual Private Networks were vetted by Oh Shit! What Now?’s volunteer… Continue reading Take Back Your Online Privacy: Computer Security Resources For Activists & Everyday Humans

Classes

CLASS: Social Media 101 For Activists & Citizen Journalists (Feb. 25)

Free Social Media Basics Class hosted by Kit O’Connell! Social media alone can’t create social justice, but it’s created a powerful tool for activists and community organizers to reach people and amplify their issues. Additionally, social networks allow anyone to become a journalist, instantly sharing important breaking news or events with the world. In this class,… Continue reading CLASS: Social Media 101 For Activists & Citizen Journalists (Feb. 25)