This comprehensive course on "Digital Resilience, Civic Space & Secure Online Activism" delves into the critical aspects of civic engagement in the digital age, particularly in the context of West Africa. Participants will learn about the definition and historical perspective of civic space, the impact of digital transformation on citizen engagement, and the threats faced by civil society in the digital realm.
The course is structured into six units, covering topics such as digital threats and security risks, personal and organizational safety, risk assessment and mitigation, building secure digital advocacy campaigns, and sustaining digital resilience through peer learning and continuous improvement. Each unit includes engaging text content, video suggestions, and quizzes to reinforce learning.