Digital Streetworker

Digital Streetworker is a non-governmental organisation based in Minden, Germany working on human rights, justice & legal aid.

Digital Streetworker is a German non-profit initiative, run by Bund für Soziale Verteidigung e.V., that supports people affected by digital violence in professional networks such as LinkedIn. It offers first aid, listening and support, and referrals to specialist services such as HateAid and telephone counselling. The initiative also raises awareness of online hate speech and risks to human rights, runs training and talks, and works with partner organisations to develop protective processes. It reports having strengthened more than 2,000 affected people. Its work has been covered by ZEIT, FAZ and Der Standard. Founded by Johannes Ceh, it is in the process of becoming an NGO.