Digital Security

We categorically reject the sentiment of “If you’re not doing anything wrong, what do you have to hide?”. Resisting state repression and surveillance is not evidence of illegal behavior. Secure digital security practices are recommended by digital security experts for all users in all cases. We affirm the vital importance of knowing and using proper security practices, online as well as off, for any successful social movement of the 21st century.

There is a never-ending amount of learning involved in digital security and the more you take into your own hands the safer you will be. We realize this is daunting and challenging to most people and are willing to help with any questions. Each person will have to decide for themselves what level of security they require although at a bare minimum we think you should be aware of these practices. Developing a pseudonym and not operating in public spaces under your real name is probably one of the simplest methods for avoiding far right wing attempts at doxxing. Here we provide some very basic digital security guidance from trusted organizations, as well as a much more in depth document for those interested in learning more. Please review these resources for a beginning look at what steps you can take to protect yourself and others. Our group takes security seriously and will expect you to have a cursory knowledge of these best practices.