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A shiny key sits in a silver lock. Computer Security For Activists & Everyone (October 2018 Slides & Resources)
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Computer Security For Activists & Everyone (October 2018 Slides & Resources)

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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)

Image shows a surveillance camera on a wall, with a logo fo a red eye. Computer Security & Online Privacy Basics. October 14, 7:30pm at Treasure City Thrift. Computer Security & Online Privacy Basics (Oct 18)
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Computer Security & Online Privacy Basics (Oct 18)

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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)

Social Media For Activists, Organizers & Everyone (Dec 9)
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Social Media For Activists, Organizers & Everyone (Dec 9)

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This class is open to everyone who wants to get more from social media, but is especially geared toward those who want to use it to build a better world. Social media alone can’t create social justice, but it’s a powerful tool for activists and community organizers to reach people and amplify their demands. Additionally,… Continue reading Social Media For Activists, Organizers & Everyone (Dec 9)

Computer Security & Online Privacy Basics (September 14)
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Computer Security & Online Privacy Basics (September 14)

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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)

Social Media & Citizen Journalism 101: Resources For Fighting Injustice & Hate
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Social Media & Citizen Journalism 101: Resources For Fighting Injustice & Hate

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Transcript of slides available on slideshare. See also: Social Media Quick Tips infosheet These resources were used while creating the Oh Shit! What Now? Social Media 101 class, or offer opportunities for further learning. You’ll also find links to websites and apps which can help movement organizers and citizen journalists on social media. Apps & Tools Boomerang… Continue reading Social Media & Citizen Journalism 101: Resources For Fighting Injustice & Hate

Cops & Klan Go Hand In Hand: Copwatch Training & Action (Aug 19)
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Cops & Klan Go Hand In Hand: Copwatch Training & Action (Aug 19)

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On Saturday, August 19th, the Peaceful Streets Project and the Oh Shit! What Now? Collective will offer a copwatch training followed by a hands on cop watch session for the community at Monkeywrench Books. As violent fascism spills into our streets, it compounds the already existing threat that is everpresent in marginalized and oppressed communities:… Continue reading Cops & Klan Go Hand In Hand: Copwatch Training & Action (Aug 19)

Resisting Doxing & Protecting Privacy: Resources For Vulnerable People
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Resisting Doxing & Protecting Privacy: Resources For Vulnerable People

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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