At Open Briefing, we build resistance and resilience among the people and movements challenging unaccountable power. This vital work often carries real risks: digital attacks, physical threats, harassment, and burnout. No one should face these challenges alone. This is why we offer holistic security support across: protection and security, digital risk and resilience, and wellbeing and collective care.
We’re excited to announce the formation of Open Briefing’s inaugural development board - a global group of advisers and ambassadors committed to helping us scale our fundraising and communications.
Migrant rights defenders in the United Kingdom face growing hostility. Our new briefing note highlights the far-right ecosystem in the country: right-wing media generate anger, radical right politicians give it cover, and extremist groups grow bolder. We outline not just the risks, but also what organisations may need: physical security, digital resilience, and collective care - and how funders can meet this moment with courage.
At Open Briefing, we believe that lasting change comes through collaboration. As the risks to civil society deepen and evolve, foundations can play a vital role, acting in solidarity with the individuals and communities defending rights and challenging injustice around the world.
In our latest quarterly newsletter, our founder and CEO reflects on how Open Briefing is expanding our team and strengthening support for grassroots activists in the face of growing challenges and shrinking civic space.
Open Briefing operates a highly-respected rapid response mechanism that provides holistic security mentoring, accompaniment, and capacity sharing to grassroots activists, community groups, and social movements at risk of physical, digital, or psychological harm. As our response coordinator, you will play a central role in leading and developing this programme.
By building resistance and resilience among those challenging unaccountable power, Open Briefing supports a shared vision for a world where communities and ecosystems can thrive. We are expanding our diverse, inspired, and purpose-driven team. Will you join us as our new director of digital and information security?
Cuts to overseas aid don't just end programmes - they erode the wellbeing of the people behind them. As funding freezes across the US, UK, and beyond, many in the development and human rights sectors are facing a hidden toll: emotional shutdown, anxiety, and burnout. This article explores the freeze response and how organisations can support resilience in the face of deep uncertainty.
