RightsCon Tunis 2019

During this discussion, we will share findings from the recently completed 2019 Global Internet Sentiment Survey (GISS), and discuss what these data mean for the future of safety, trust, and access of the Internet. The GISS provides a unique perspective on perceptions of the Internet and how perceptions shape users’ interactions with and on the Internet. This year’s survey has a particular focus on digital identity, asking respondents about their personal fears and biases when it comes to engaging online. Using these data as a starting point for the discussion, this session will engage attendees and speakers in identifying ways of further collaboration to improve everyday citizens’ experiences online.


The survey, conducted by RIWI in partnership with RNW Media and Access Now is key to the RightsCon community, with the intention of creating a continuous conversation on the perceptions of these topics beyond the conclusion of RightsCon Tunis. Over 50,000 respondents engaged with the survey from 10 countries, many in which these data cannot be collected using traditional means. All data were gathered using RIWI’s proprietary methodology which puts the respondent’s personal safety and privacy at the center ensuring no personally identifiable information is collected.