Resources for Digital Rights

The leading nonprofit defending digital privacy, free speech, and innovation. EFF has been a key voice in opposing overbroad provisions of the WIPO Broadcasting Treaty since the early 2000s.

A nonprofit organization that helps overcome legal obstacles to sharing creativity and knowledge. Creative Commons licenses provide an alternative to traditional copyright restrictions.

Promotes freedom of expression, an open internet, and access to affordable communications tools. Active in WIPO discussions and US copyright policy.

Researches and advocates on issues relating to knowledge governance, including intellectual property. Actively participates in WIPO negotiations.

Defends and extends the digital rights of users at risk around the world. Focuses on policy, technology, and direct action.

A nonprofit library of millions of free books, movies, software, music, and websites. Critical for preserving digital cultural heritage.

The official WIPO committee page where Broadcasting Treaty negotiations take place. Includes session documents, reports, and proposals.

Archive of official treaty texts, working documents, and member state proposals related to the protection of broadcasting organizations.

Directory of all 193 WIPO member states. Find your country's representation and their positions on broadcasting policy.

The WIPO Development Agenda recognizes the need to balance IP protection with broader public policy goals, including access to knowledge.

EFF's comprehensive analysis of the WIPO Broadcasting Treaty, including position papers, blog posts, and calls to action.

Independent news service covering intellectual property policies and international negotiations, including WIPO proceedings.

Academic research program at American University Washington College of Law focusing on IP and information justice.

Leading academic institution for research on intellectual property, competition law, and innovation policy.

A library of over 70,000 free eBooks, demonstrating the cultural value of the public domain. One of the oldest digital libraries.

An online journal and not-for-profit project dedicated to the exploration of curious and compelling works in the public domain.

Curates free cultural and educational media, including audiobooks, textbooks, courses, movies, and music from around the web.

Provides access to millions of digitized items from European museums, libraries, archives, and multimedia collections.

Expert guide to protecting yourself and your friends from online surveillance, with tips, tools, and how-tos.

Tool to help you choose the right Creative Commons license for your work, supporting open sharing while protecting your rights.

Rates and labels the terms of service and privacy policies of major internet sites and services, making them understandable.

Educational resource for understanding copyright law, fair use, and how intellectual property affects everyday activities.