The Pigeon's Nest in collaboration with Revolve Cowichan
join us for a free, all experience levels welcome workshop and discussion on digital privacy/security and how to divest from big tech in our personal lives and community organizing hosted by someone working in the digital privacy space. we’ll go over digital privacy/security basics, the current state of big tech’s influence, then identify some key services to divest from (e.g. google search) and discuss how to do so in a way that’s as accessible as possible. we’ll focus on the most high-impact areas of improvement and less on the minutia, taking a “harm reduction” approach throughout. bring your questions!
when: march 30th, 6pm until 8pm or so
where: hybrid event at Island Bagel and Bannock (48 Station St, Duncan) and Zoom (see pigeonsnest.org for an up to date link)
accessibility:
we’re still in the midst of a mass disabling event despite our government’s profit-driven declaration that it’s over. KN95 masks (or better) are required at all times. we’ll break partway through, and if you need to take off your mask, please do so outside! a HEPA air purifier will be on for the duration of the event and the space has some ventilation.
please avoid bringing strong scents into the space.
the space has no stairs and there is a single stall, gender-neutral washroom. seating with back support will be provided.
ASL will not be provided but live captions can be used on the Zoom call.
parking can vary and there are multiple bus stops near by.
questions? comments? requests? events [at] pigeonsnest.org
how do we empower each other in an increasingly disempowering world?
building a better world together is an inclusive space to gather to share tangible, impactful skills and knowledge to empower each other, our communities, our families, and our friends to confront the challenges of our time. A space where we no longer have to feel like we’re just trying to stay afloat amidst a relentless torrent of bad news. A space that challenges us to grow while being explicitly shame-free and no experience necessary. A space of compassion, cooperation, and curiosity — where we actively practice living in the world we wish to see.
Consider the challenges we face: Big Tech is proudly enabling the rise of fascism, but what can we do as regular people to resist its insidious influence? The avian flu pandemic looms large and health authorities continue to prioritize profits over people, so how can we be proactive in our own communities to prepare for its rise? If carbon capture and recycling are ineffective and even so-called environmental NGOs are stifling climate action, what can we do to combat the rising threat of climate and biodiversity collapse?
In a world rife with disinformation, knowledge sharing is our greatest power. Join us and let’s empower each other to build a better world together.