How to disguise data in a context of ubiquitous surveillance
[ UUID ] 68f3031a-e03d-4240-8f5c-18e40545bc69
[ Session Name ] How to disguise data in a context of ubiquitous surveillance [ Primary Space ] Privacy and Security [ Secondary Space ] Openness
[ Submitter's Name ] Paola Mosso [ Submitter's Affiliated Organisation ] The Engine Room
[ Language ] Spanish
[ Localisation Support Requested ] No, I can host the session myself
What will happen in your session?
As an activist who encourages others to collect, produce or share information, living in a world where surveillance is ubiquitous presents as a big challenge.
During this workshop, we’ll shine a light on the surrounding environment, and borrow from participants’ experiences to discuss challenges of producing, storing, and sharing sensitive information.
For inspiration, we’ll look into examples from ancient Andean cultures who stored coded information, along with tactics from the contemporary ‘offline world’ to hide data, to discuss and compare ‘data camouflaging’ across different political contexts.
Based on online and offline tactics, we’ll collaboratively ideate out-of-the-box ‘data disguises’, through which we aim to spur creative thinking around challenges of privacy and consent.
What is the goal or outcome of your session?
The goals are threefold: To encourage participants to think about what collectives or organisations can do around collecting & sharing information in a secure way To spur creative thinking based on offline/online security strategies To share experiences and tactics being used by activists to protect and expand activism through steganography & obfuscation techniques
Participants will leave with an 'inspiration toolbox' based on the shared experiences as well as a set of tactics and tools that they can implement in their own organisations.
If your session requires additional materials or electronic equipment, please outline your needs.
A projector and office suplies would be ideal.
Time needed
90 mins