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Welcome to Resilience Innovation Lab (RIL) ! In this newsletter, we will discuss the latest development of information access in Hong Kong, and share our latest reports and events in London, UK. Increasing Constraints on the Information Environment in Hong Kong The information environment in Hong Kong has been further tightened in light of recent developments. The Ombudsman, traditionally regarded as a government watchdog, has removed decades’ worth of annual and investigative reports, along with other documents dated prior to 2023, from its website. The stated rationale for this action is the need for more effective website management. As a…

Welcome to Resilience Innovation Lab (RIL) ! In this newsletter, we will discuss the relationship between “archival activism” and web3, and share our latest reports and events in London, UK. Report Launch: Safeguarding Freedom of Information in Hong Kong Resilience Innovation Lab is pleased to launch a new report,”Safeguarding Freedom of Information in Hong Kong: Challenges, Opportunities and Remedies”. This report explores the current state of information freedom in Hong Kong, the challenges faced, and the path forward in ensuring an open and informed society. Our report was covered by a number of media outlets including Udn.com, Radio France Internationale,…

Welcome to Resilience Innovation Lab (RIL)! In this newsletter, we will officially launch our first research report on the state of Hong Kong’s information freedom, and announce a RIL-supported exhibition in London, UK. Report Launch: Safeguarding Freedom of Information in Hong Kong Resilience Innovation Lab is pleased to launch a new report,”Safeguarding Freedom of Information in Hong Kong: Challenges, Opportunities and Remedies”.  Both Chinese and English versions of the full report are now available online. Download the Chinese version of the report here. Download the English version of the report here. Freedom of information is a cornerstone of democracy and…

Welcome to Resilience Innovation Lab (RIL)! In this newsletter, we will discuss the role of web3 technology in global social movements, and officially launch our first research report on China’s information environment. Who we are? Resilience Innovation Lab (RIL) was founded by Asian veteran researchers and human rights defenders in 2023. RIL is a virtual platform promoting innovation, experimentation, and the exchange of research and educational initiatives that aim to develop and strengthen the democratic and digital resilience of organisations and individuals working in repressive environments. RIL envisions a synergy of democracy, technology and civil society resilience today, especially when…