"Freedom of speech is a principal pillar of a free government; when this support is taken away, the constitution of a free society is dissolved, and tyranny is erected on its ruins." - Benjamin FranklinDigital Freedom Awareness Week
PRIVACY REPORT: Why DFA Uses Brave Talk DFA hosts Digital Freedom Awareness Talks using the Brave Talk video conferencing platform. It works directly in any modern web browser, allowing you to join instantly via a link without downloading an application or creating an account. This article explain what Brave Talk is and what that means for your privacy. What Brave Talk is (in plain terms) Brave Talk is a Brave-branded service that is effectively powered by…
First Digital Awareness Talk for 2026 Title: Digital ID Resistance Date: Wednesday, 14 January, 2026Time: 6:30 PM Brisbane | 7:30 PM SydneyPlatform: Brave TalkPresented by: The Digital Freedom Alliance Digital identity is no longer just a convenience—it’s a battleground. In Australia, the rollout of digital ID systems like the myGovID and the Digital Identity Framework is accelerating, often without adequate public consultation or transparency. From mandatory biometric data collection to the integration of identity systems across…
The Hidden Battle for Control of Your Hardware You buy a phone, a laptop, a tablet, maybe even a “smart” TV or car. You pay good money for it. It sits in your home, in your pocket, on your desk. But here’s the big question: do you actually control it – or does the company that made it? Over the last decade, there’s been a quiet but massive shift. Big Tech companies are steadily taking more…
PRIVACY REPORT: Why We Do Not Recommend the Signal “Privacy” App I want to be clear up front: this decision to remove Signal from our list of recommended privacy apps is not based on some over‑zealous, purist view of privacy. The concerns I’ve uncovered are serious enough that my conclusion is simple: Do not use Signal for anything that genuinely requires privacy. Context: OS Upgrades, Broken Apps, and Spyware I recently upgraded my Mac from Catalina…
Walk Away from Big Tech – The Alternatives Are Better Replacing Camtasia on macOS (and Preparing to Move to Linux) with FOSS I delayed the macOS upgrade as long as possible, but eventually things started breaking to the point where I had to update. There was a time when Apple “just worked,” but now every update breaks more than it fixes. Privacy? They were better than MS but are now neck-and-neck with Microsoft for worst in…
Most people’s social media accounts are digital attics filled with decade-old posts that no longer represent them. There’s real value in cleaning this up—not just for privacy, but because algorithms use your history to rate you and determine your reach. While platforms may keep backups, what matters most is your live profile and recent activity. By deleting old content and strategically posting smarter material, you can effectively reset your algorithmic reputation and eliminate attack surfaces for those who might weaponize your past against you.
5) Share Your Message of Free Speech Part 5 focuses on how you share your message of Free Speech: turning your ideas into a strategic distribution plan—your marketing strategy for truth in a tightly controlled digital environment. Even the most powerful message can be quietly buried if it isn’t shared wisely. Big Tech platforms can limit your reach, especially if you’ve posted controversial content before. Your account may already be flagged and sitting inside a Big…
4) Create Your Message of Free Speech A guide to safely participate, organise your own campaigns, and craft effective messages about Free Speech We’re not here to tell you what to say — that would defeat the point. This day is about individual expression. If you truly value free speech and want change, this guide explains how to take part effectively so that together we can Open the Overton Window. We recognise that your concern for…
3) Select Your Free Speech Action We’ve designed this challenge so everyone can participate at a level they’re comfortable with and add their voice to the this expression of Free Speech. We recommend three levels of generally safe participation 1. TAP THE WINDOW Level 1 – SAFEST What it means: A tap means posting generally safe, generic material that celebrates free speech and the principle of open conversation. We provide a collection of safe, positive, risk‑free…
2) Evaluate Platform, Legal, Social & Personal Risks The Choice is yours, but also are the Consequences This part of the guide will help you evaluate the risks of participating in the Overton Window Challenge. But understand: the greatest risk of all – the greatest danger by far comes from doing nothing. “Facebook Jail” was a test and we failed! How did we respond when treated like children? Many acted just like schoolchildren being punished –…
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