SMEX advances digital rights
in West Asia and North Africa.

Who we are

SMEX is a non-profit that advocates for and advances human rights in digital spaces across West Asia and North Africa.

Our Vision

Our vision is for everyone living in WANA and the diaspora to be able to access and engage with the internet, mobile services, and other networked spaces safely and without fear of censorship, surveillance, or repercussion.

Our mission

We advance digital rights in the West Asia and North Africa region through research, campaigns, and advocacy. We encourage users to engage with digital technology, media, and social networks responsibly and critically.

What we do

Our Digital Safety Helpdesk assists internet users facing digital threats in the region

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News

Latest Articles

Latest news at the intersection of technology and human rights in WANA.

Tell social media companies: improve your content moderation practices for...

Acknowledging the importance of protecting sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR) both offline and online in the West Asia and…

Digital Rights During the War on Lebanon: October 9, 2024

Beirut, October 9, 2024 | This week, towns and villages across the South and the Beqaa, as well as areas…

Digital Rights During the War on Lebanon: October 4-7, 2024

Beirut, October 4-7, 2024 | After one year of destroying Gaza’s telecom infrastructure as another war tactic, the Israeli occupation…

Digital Rights During the War on Lebanon: October 2, 2024

Beirut, Wednesday, October 2, 2024 | Since the onset of its military aggression on Gaza and Lebanon, the Israeli occupation…

Digital Rights During the War on Lebanon: September 23-30 

Beirut, Monday, September 30, 2024 | The ongoing Israeli aggression against Lebanon has killed 1,600 martyrs since October 8, 2023,…

Digital Rights Amid the War on Lebanon: What You Need...

Amid the ongoing Israeli aggression on Lebanon, Israel is exploiting civilian means of communication to intimidate people.  This began when…

Messages, calls, and radio: How is the Israeli occupation sending...

For the past week, people in Lebanon have been receiving anonymous messages with threats and calls to evacuate homes in…

Lebanon: How to stay informed and connected during a communications...

In times of uncertainty, information can both be a tool and a weapon. This document will be your go-to resource…

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Tell social media companies: improve your content moderation practices for SRHR content [Petition]

Acknowledging the importance of protecting sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR) both offline and online in the West Asia and…

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