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A statement to our community about why RightsCon 2026 will not take place in Zambia Original
May 1, 2026 • Event info • 7 min read May 1, 2026 • Event Info • 7 min read To our community, We are devastated to be writing to you instead of gathering together as planned and we know we’re not alone. The frustration and disappointment stemming from the loss of RightsCon 2026 is felt deeply by all of us, especially our partners in the region who worked tirelessly alongside our team.
On the Menu: How Three Local Chefs Are Using Fall Gourds Now
Here's how a few chefs around town are embracing these orange-fleshed treats across different cuisines: Potager 1109 Ogden Street At farm-to-table OG and Cap Hill anchor Potager, chef Paul Warthen’s delicata squash treatment is a study in textures as well as flavors.
Op-Ed: Denver Needs to Make a Commitment to a Sustainable Local Restaurant Industry
For the past few years, Denver has seen what I would call a troubling trend of concepts from other cities with huge financial backing moving in and setting up shop. Yes, it’s cool to visit a concept from L.A. that is trending on Twitter or a ubiquitous margarita bar from Chicago that is covered in big-screen TVs, but it begs the question: What kind of culinary community do we want Denver to be?
Our approach to keeping RightsCon Online safe, productive, and inclusive
July 25, 2020 | Last Update: As RightsCon Online (July 27-31, 2020) quickly approaches, we’re laying out in more detail the core policies, principles, and processes that we’re working within to maintain safe, productive, and inclusive spaces for the summit week. As with every previous summit, RightsCon Online is governed by our Code of Conduct and Participation & Privacy Policy. By registering, participants agree to read through and abide by these policies.
COVID-19 update ahead of RightsCon Costa Rica
Community Updates March 5, 2020 | Last Update: We understand that many of you are concerned regarding recent developments related to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak and its impact on your travel, other events in the human rights network, and participation at RightsCon Costa Rica. The safety of the community we convene at RightsCon is our number one priority, and the Access Now team is taking seriously our responsibility to plan for the impact of COVID-19 on our Summit.
IT Administrator (NYC, Other Access Now Offices)
About Us Access Now is a growing international human rights organisation dedicated to defending and extending the digital rights of users at risk around the world, including issues of privacy, security, freedom of expression, and transparency. Our policy, advocacy, technology, and operations teams have staff presences in Europe, Latin America, the Middle East/North Africa (MENA), North America, and South/Southeast Asia, to provide global support to our mission.
Denver Chef Ben Whelan Finds Flavor in Chiang Mai, Thailand
While the “stoplight curries," fried rices and noodles of southern and central Thailand get most of the play on Thai menus in the U.S., the distinctive cuisine of Northern Thailand boasts some of the most complex and flavor-packed dishes you will find anywhere in Southeast Asia. Many cultures have passed through what was once the ancient Lanna kingdom, and their influences can be felt in myriad ways that truly set the cuisine of this region apart.
Denver Chef Ben Whelan Explores Bangkok's Markets While Working Abroad
“Try this: earthstar mushroom,” says Riley Sanders, chef of Michelin-starred restaurant Canvas in Bangkok. “These are highly seasonal and must be foraged. You can just eat it raw,” he explains, handing me what looks like a small, smooth, brown rock. I pop it in my mouth and am hit with a burst of earthy, meaty intense umami goodness. EXPAND Produce at the Khlong Toei wet market.
Denver Chef Ben Whelan on Working, Cooking and Eating in Thailand
Ben Whelan 4 The seafood section of Bangkok's Khlong Toei wet market. Ben Whelan AA Ben Whelan is a Denver chef and former instructor at Emily Griffith Technical College's Culinary Quick Start program, where he taught for the last two years before he embarked on a one-year mission to Thailand to work, cook, train and eat everything in his path. He arrived in Bangkok the first week of July and will be sending dispatches on the cuisine, culture and characters he encounters along the way.
Meet our safety and security team (plus explore the RightsCon summit zone)
June 6, 2019 | Last Update: June 6, 2019 This is the third in a series of RightsCon blog posts on safety and security ahead of our 8th annual summit in Tunis. Read our first and second post here. In a few days, we’ll come together for the largest RightsCon in our summit’s history – the first hosted in Africa and the Middle East.
8 places to watch the 6 Nations Rugby in Dubai
By What's On With the rugby season just around the corner, we’ve rounded up a few great places where you can relax with your friends and watch the games… If you’re an avid rugby fan, or just love a competitive atmosphere then we know you’ll have been waiting for the 6 Nations Rugby taking place from February 1 to March 16. Here are the best sports bars in Dubai where you can catch all the 6 Nations Rugby live action.
Asia Public Policy Intern - New Delhi, Winter 2018 to Spring 2019.
About the Organization Access Now is an international human rights organization dedicated to defending and extending the digital rights of users at risk around the world, including issues of privacy, security, freedom of expression, and transparency. Our Policy, Advocacy, Technology, and Grantmaking teams have staff presences in Europe, Latin America, Sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East/North Africa (MENA), North America, and South/Southeast Asia, to provide global support to our mission.
Security Incident Handler - Tunis
About Access Now Access Now is an international human rights organization dedicated to defending and extending the digital rights of users at risk around the world, including issues of privacy, security, freedom of expression, and transparency. Our Policy, Advocacy, Technology, and Grantmaking teams have staff presences in Europe, Latin America, Sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East/North Africa (MENA), North America, and South/Southeast Asia, to provide global support to our mission.
Work with us! We're seeking a Policy Director
Access Now is seeking a Policy Director to direct a global portfolio with responsibility for Access Now’s policy positions, priorities and initiatives. This is a senior management position, with multiple team members across the world and in different timezones, and reports to the Executive Director.
Design Associate - New York City, USA, 2018
Access Now is a growing international human rights organisation dedicated to defending and extending the digital rights of users at risk around the world, including issues of privacy, security, freedom of expression, and transparency. Our policy, advocacy, technology, and operations teams have staff presences in Europe, Latin America, the Middle East/North Africa (MENA), North America, and South/Southeast Asia, to provide global support to our mission.
Policy Associate for Asia-Pacific - New Delhi, India, 2017 - Access Now
Access Now is a growing international human rights organisation dedicated to defending and extending the digital rights of users at risk around the world, including issues of privacy, security, freedom of expression, and transparency. Our policy, advocacy, technology, and operations teams have staff presences in Europe, Latin America, the Middle East/North Africa (MENA), North America, and South/Southeast Asia, to provide global support to our mission.
Advocacy Director - Global / Directeur de Plaidoyer - Global / مدير المرافعة ـ عالمي / Director Global, Incidencia - Access Now
Access Now is seeking an Advocacy Director to significantly expand the organization’s impact and manage a broad portfolio with responsibility for Access Now’s advocacy, communications, and digital presence. The position is a senior management position, with multiple direct reports, reporting to the Executive Director.
Policy Intern - Tunisia, 2017 - Access Now
Access Now is a growing international human rights organisation dedicated to defending and extending the digital rights of users at risk around the world, including issues of privacy, security, freedom of expression, and transparency. Our policy, advocacy, technology, and operations teams have staff presences in Europe, Latin America, the Middle East/North Africa (MENA), North America, and South/Southeast Asia, to provide global support to our mission.
Security Incident Handler / Analista de Incidentes de Seguridad - Costa Rica - Access Now
Access Now is a growing international human rights organization dedicated to defending and extending the digital rights of users at risk around the world, including issues of privacy, security, freedom of expression, and transparency. Our policy, advocacy, technology, and operations teams have staff presences in Europe, Latin America, Sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East/North Africa (MENA), North America, and South/Southeast Asia, to provide global support to our mission.
System Administrator - Global /Administrador de Sistemas - Global / Administrateur du système - Global / مدير النظام المعلوماتي / - Access Now
Access Now is a growing international human rights organization dedicated to defending and extending the digital rights of users at risk around the world, including issues of privacy, security, freedom of expression, and transparency. Our Policy, Advocacy, Technology, and Grantmaking teams have staff presences in Europe, Latin America, Sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East/North Africa (MENA), North America, and South/Southeast Asia, to provide global support to our mission.
Business Development Manager / Responsable de desarrollo comercial / Responsable en développement commercial / مدير تطوير الأعمال - Global - Access Now
Access Now is a growing organization dedicated to defending and extending the digital rights of users at risk around the world, including issues of privacy, security, freedom of expression, and transparency. Our Policy, Advocacy, Technology, and Grantmaking teams have staff presences in Europe, Latin America, Sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East/North Africa (MENA), North America, and South/Southeast Asia, to provide global support to our mission.
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