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Rights in the Digital Age

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October 16, 2025

Rights in the Digital Age

Source: International IDEA

This report advocates for thorough protection of human rights in the digital age, emphasizing the strength of constitutional safeguards over ordinary legislation. As digital technologies increasingly influence civil and political rights, online as well as offline, robust constitutional frameworks are essential to address new challenges such as unwarranted surveillance, censorship and data monopolies. Ensuring adequate constitutional protection helps anchor fundamental rights in an evolving digital landscape.

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Resource type
Author
Juliane Müller
Publication year
2025
Focus areas
Partner
International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA)

This report advocates for thorough protection of human rights in the digital age, emphasizing the strength of constitutional safeguards over ordinary legislation. As digital technologies increasingly influence civil and political rights, online as well as offline, robust constitutional frameworks are essential to address new challenges such as unwarranted surveillance, censorship and data monopolies. Ensuring adequate constitutional protection helps anchor fundamental rights in an evolving digital landscape.

Click here to read the full report.

 

Resource type
Author
Juliane Müller
Publication year
2025
Focus areas
Partner
International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA)