Open Briefing defends, strengthens and empowers those on the frontlines of civil society by keeping them and their partners safe and secure online and in the real world.

Our international team provides high-impact training, consultancy and retained support across safety and security, digital security, and wellbeing and resilience, complemented by a unique intelligence and research capability. 

No other non-profit provides this comprehensive, holistic approach.

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“Without hesitation I recommend Open Briefing. The way they take time to understand your organisation, adapt to your needs, and provide insight and tailored guidance has been unfailingly impressive.”

Nick Martlew, UK Director, Crisis Action

“Open Briefing has been an essential service to me and my organisation. I am grateful that they exist; they permit me to make well-thought-out decisions on how to oversee my organisation’s duty of care.”

Jessi Ginther, Director of Operations, Center for Civilians in Conflict

“From identifying critical gaps to implementing practical policies, Open Briefing should be your first call to assess and strengthen your security profile.”

Brad Brooks-Rubin, Managing Director, The Sentry

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Open Briefing is a certified social enterprise and a member of
the International NGO Safety and Security Association and CIVICUS

We want a world in which rights are realised and people are free. But civil society and civic space are under serious threat from attacks, harassment and censorship. Open Briefing is a vital part of the response. 

Latest news

Wellbeing and security support for your organisation during the coronavirus pandemic

19 March 2020

Our response to the coronavirus pandemic

13 March 2020

2019 impact report

5 March 2020

Remembering Andy Marshall

21 February 2020

New funded wellbeing support for women human rights defenders

17 January 2020

Open Briefing invited to be a partner in Cloudflare’s Project Galileo

12 December 2019