13–14 may Llotja de Mar, Barcelona

The 1st Global Digital Rights Forum is an open forum to understand and discuss, in a clear and accessible way, the challenges of the digital environment.

Speakers

Carissa

Véliz

Philosopher and Associate Professor - University of Oxford

Cory

Doctorow

Activist and Writer

Yaël

Eisenstat

Director of Policy and Impact - Cybersecurity for Democracy

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Activities

Main Stage

The auditorium will be the central axis of the meetup. A space for in-depth debates, strategic visions and conversations with global impact on the present and future of digital rights.

Speakers' Corner

A space to listen to emerging voices, experiences of innovation, activism, and young talent; but above all, to practice democracy out loud. Here, the audience does not attend from the outside: they enter the conversation. Because digital rights are better understood when they are debated, questioned, and defended together.

Workshops

The meetup workshops are conceived as participatory and educational spaces where attendees will be able to apply, discuss and experience the principles of digital rights through a hands-on approach.

Exhibitions

The gathering will feature two open exhibitions: “Hoy es un buen día para hablar de derechos digitales”, by Fundación Telefónica, and “Call for Projects”, featuring real stories.

An invitation to pause, reflect and take a stand

We are living through a decisive moment. The digital world is no longer a parallel environment: it is the space where we exercise citizenship. Digital rights are rights. This congress was created to understand, question and act collectively. Because the digital future is not predicted: it is built today, through shared responsibility and the common good.  

Key themes

Cybersecurity has become a key element in protecting digital rights and technological sovereignty. In an increasingly digitalised environment, cyberattacks affect critical infrastructures, institutions and citizens alike. This topic explores the security challenges of cyberspace, the geopolitical impact of cyber warfare and the need for international cooperation to ensure safe and resilient digital environments.

Freedom of expression and informed participation are essential pillars of democracy. However, the expansion of digital platforms has intensified phenomena such as disinformation and algorithmic manipulation. This topic examines how to guarantee an open, plural and responsible public debate within a media ecosystem shaped by massive information flows and new forms of digital influence.

The management of digital identity and the protection of personal data lie at the centre of the relationship between citizens, governments and companies. The widespread use of tracking, geolocation and profiling technologies creates new challenges for privacy. This topic reflects on how to balance technological innovation with fundamental rights, ensuring transparency, consent and control over personal information.

Artificial intelligence is redefining work, privacy and the boundaries of fundamental rights. Its impact raises dilemmas around automation, surveillance, algorithmic bias and technological accountability. This topic explores how to foster AI innovation with democratic safeguards, promote appropriate ethical and regulatory frameworks and strengthen digital literacy so that citizens can understand and engage with these technologies.

Children and young people are growing up in a digital environment that offers great opportunities but also significant risks. Social networks, platforms and connected devices are part of their daily lives. This topic explores how to ensure safe and balanced digital environments by involving families, institutions and technology companies in promoting responsible use that protects the wellbeing, development and rights of minors.