On Tuesday, 31 March 2026, Ayla Qawas, on behalf of the Amman Center for Human Rights Studies (ACHRS), attended an online youth awareness webinar on digital rights. The webinar aligns with ACHRS’s priorities on youth rights and the protection of human rights in the digital space, particularly in promoting inclusive participation and safeguarding freedoms online.
- It was noted that digital rights are an extension of basic human rights, including freedom of expression, privacy, and access to information.
- The opportunities and risks associated with the digital world were discussed. The opportunities were noted to include the use of online platforms to promote the rights of the youth. The risks were also noted to include the use of online platforms.
- Some of the major obstacles to the realization of digital rights were noted to include the digital divide, lack of digital literacy, and issues surrounding online safety and security.
- The role of the youth in promoting and defending digital rights was noted to be crucial. The need to promote the rights of the youth was also noted to be essential. The need to promote digital literacy was also noted to be essential.
