Kijiji Yeetu Community Network and Lake Digital Network partners will host a Global Encryption Day 2026 digital safety workshop on October 2, 2026, in Ugunja. The event aims to boost awareness and skills among students, youth, community leaders, and digital rights advocates on online safety. Topics include online harassment, technology-facilitated violence, responsible social media use, data protection, cybersecurity, and encryption. Participants will engage in practical sessions and community dialogue to learn how to protect their privacy, secure communications, and create safer digital spaces.
The objectives are to enhance understanding of encryption and secure communication, raise awareness of online harassment and digital threats, promote responsible use of digital technologies, and strengthen knowledge of digital safety mechanisms. The program includes sessions on digital safety, encryption, artificial intelligence, data rights, internet governance, and cybersecurity. Expected outcomes include improved understanding of encryption and digital safety, increased awareness of online risks, and practical recommendations for safer digital spaces in local communities.
