Threats against defenders in Burundi can shift quickly, leaving little room for safe decision-making. Open Briefing’s safety and security specialists worked closely with our wellbeing team to provide tailored, responsive support as this defender navigated a fast-changing environment. Read the full story in our new anonymised case study.
Category: Blog
Reflections from COP do Povo on people-led climate action and collective protection
At COP do Povo – The People’s COP – in Belém, our team worked on the ground alongside activists, Indigenous leaders, and grassroots partners to strengthen collective protection and provide holistic security and safeguarding support. This reflection, co-authored by Renata Oliveira and Carla Vitória Barbosa, shares what we witnessed and why people-led spaces matter for climate justice.
Staying safe at COP 30
Our special edition COP30 newsletter sets out the risks facing defenders in Belém, Brazil, and explains why Open Briefing is on the ground this year, working with grassroots partners to strengthen care, security, and collective protection at COP30 and the People’s COP.
How climate activists and environmental defenders can stay safe at COP30
As thousands prepare to gather in Belém for COP30, activists and environmental defenders face a complex security landscape. Our new COP30 Guide - developed with CliDef and the Arayara International Institute - offers practical legal, physical, digital, and wellbeing advice tailored to Brazil’s context. Learn how to assess your risks, protect yourself and your partners, and stay safe before, during, and after COP30.
We’re hiring: we’re recruiting a digital information security consultant who is bilingual in English and Spanish
We are expanding our diverse, inspired, and purpose-driven team. Will you join us as our new digital and information security consultant? Apply by Monday, 17 November.
Partnering to strengthen civil society
In our latest quarterly newsletter, our founder and CEO reflects on Open Briefing’s deep commitment to partnership and collective action - and how we’re working with allies across civil society to strengthen the ecosystems that protect and sustain grassroots activists around the world.
Calling US-based psychologists and counsellors – we’re hiring!
We are expanding our diverse, inspired, and purpose-driven team. Will you join us as one of our US-based psychologists and counsellors?
Building collective security in one of the world’s most biodiverse areas
Across Ecuador’s Chocó region, defenders are working to protect forests, rivers, and biodiversity while facing growing risks from extractive industries and armed groups. With Open Briefing’s support, they are building trust, safety, and collective protection networks. Read more to discover how collaboration is transforming their security and resilience.