Digital Rights
Legislative advocacy and policy frameworks to protect freedom of speech and privacy online.
Explore FrameworksThe digital world presents limitless opportunities, but it also carries unprecedented risks—especially for young people in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). From online censorship to algorithmic bias, youth face distinct challenges to their fundamental freedoms. At Gen-D Rights, we believe that digital rights are human rights.
ACTION PILLARS
Systemic change requires multi-layered intervention. We focus on four key areas of impact.
Legislative advocacy and policy frameworks to protect freedom of speech and privacy online.
Explore FrameworksEquipping vulnerable communities with the defensive tools to navigate digital threats.
Get SecuredCritical thinking skills to combat misinformation and algorithmic bias in regional news.
Founder & Executive Director
A youth activist, educator, and digital rights advocate from Jordan. She founded Generation-D to make digital rights accessible and inclusive for all young people in the MENA region and its diaspora. With a background in human rights education, civic engagement, and technology, Amal bridges the gap between online safety, participation, and empowerment.
"Every young person has the potential to change the world. Our job is to give them the tools and confidence to do so through technology, advocacy, and community-driven innovation."
— Amal Shamoun
We believe every young person has the right to express, connect, and create freely online.
We promote digital environments that protect privacy and dignity.
We ensure equal access and participation for all youth, including refugees and persons with disabilities.
We encourage transparency and ethical digital behavior.
We base every action on research, critical thinking, and continuous learning.
We build bridges between MENA, Euro-Med, and diaspora communities to share experiences and solutions.
Workshops and online courses helping youth understand their rights, privacy, and online responsibilities.
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Join us in making a difference. Whether you're an organization looking to partner or an individual wanting to volunteer, there's a place for you at Gen-D Rights.
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Apply NowGeneration-D (Gen-D) is a youth-led, non-profit organization dedicated to transforming awareness into systemic action. We stand at the critical intersection of human rights, emerging technology, and inclusive education. Our core purpose is to build inclusive and resilient digital societies where every young person—from local communities in the MENA region to the Euro-Med diaspora—can thrive without fear of digital surveillance, harassment, or disenfranchisement.
We were founded out of the urgent necessity to give youth a powerful voice in digital governance. While traditional institutions research digital policy from a distance, Gen-D Rights was established by activists who recognize a critical gap: young people are the most active internet users, yet remain the most vulnerable and underrepresented in policy-making. We differentiate ourselves by translating complex legal frameworks and digital policies into accessible, actionable online privacy education and dynamic media literacy campaigns. We do not just publish reports; we build capacity within grassroots communities.
The MENA region faces unique infrastructural and legislative hurdles concerning digital freedom. Digital rights in MENA are frequently challenged by shifting regulations, internet shutdowns, and the rapid spread of organized misinformation.
Impact is at the center of everything we do. Through our active campaigns and community-driven initiatives, we have trained thousands of young people across the region.
We do not work in a silo. Achieving internet freedom in the Arab world requires unprecedented collaboration. Gen-D Rights partners with leading civil society organizations, universities, and international human rights bodies to scale our impact. Our transparent reporting and direct engagement with policy-makers validate our ongoing commitment to a safer digital future. We are proud contributors to regional digital rights networks and stand by our mandate to deliver transparent, impact-driven results.
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