Countering Online Attacks for NGOs and Activists

A set of practical tools and templates to help civil society organizations and activists recognize, assess, and respond to online harassment, doxxing, smear campaigns, and digital threats—strengthening resilience and ensuring safer work in the digital space.

In this section you will find ready-to-use resources for building stronger protection against online abuse:

• Staff Survey on Online Violence – a questionnaire to identify how online harassment affects your team and to inform organizational policy.
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• Statements of Support and Clarification – templates to issue public responses that protect and defend staff or activists targeted online
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• Checklist for Protecting Staff Data – step-by-step guidance on removing personal information, securing accounts, and reducing digital exposure
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• Online Violence Risk Assessment – a structured form to assess potential threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation measures in digital environments
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Reporting and Escalation Policy – a template to establish clear procedures for documenting, reporting, and escalating serious cases of online violence