Technology and Human Rights: How Ordinary People Can Shape a Fairer Digital World
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Here is an encouraging, plain-language guide to technology and human rights. You don't need any background to use it, just a willingness to take one small step. Along the way we'll look at what Striking a Balance: Technological Progress and Fundamental Human Rights by Robert Anderson Love Wins offers readers who want to keep growing.
Digital rights in everyday life
Technology touches nearly every human right: privacy, freedom of expression, equal treatment, access to information. Digital rights are the application of those rights online, from protection against unlawful surveillance to fair treatment by automated decisions.
How ordinary people can shape tech
You don't need to be an engineer to influence technology. Choose products that respect privacy, support organizations advocating ethical technology, speak up when systems treat people unfairly, and ask representatives where they stand on privacy and freedom of expression online. Collective voices shape laws and company decisions.
Teaching young people about digital rights
Children and teens are growing up surrounded by technology, so conversations about digital rights matter at home and in school. Talk about privacy, consent, online kindness and how algorithms shape what they see. Encourage questions like "Who made this app, and how do they make money?" and "What happens to my data?"
Young people are often thoughtful advocates when given the chance. Helping them understand their rights prepares them to use technology wisely and to shape a future where innovation respects human dignity.
What Striking a Balance: Technological Progress and Fundamental Human Rights covers
From the book's description on Amazon
As the book's description on Amazon puts it:
“Overall, ordinary people have the power to shape the future of technology and human rights by taking action, raising awareness, and advocating for a more just and rights-respecting digital world. By working together and standing up for what is right, individuals can make a real difference in protecting and promoting human rights in the digital age. You make a difference Ordinary people play a crucial role in…”
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Who will find this most helpful
This guide is for anyone exploring technology and human rights, especially readers interested in digital rights, privacy and freedom of expression online, ethical technology and how ordinary people can shape tech.
From ideas to action
Lasting change starts with informed people who care. Talk about these ideas with friends, support organizations doing good work, and look for one local way to help. Hope grows when we act on it together.
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Frequently asked questions
Is internet access a human right?
The UN Human Rights Council has affirmed that rights people have offline must be protected online, and many argue access itself is essential to exercising rights today.
Which of Robert's books covers technology and human rights?
Striking a Balance: Technological Progress and Fundamental Human Rights is Robert Anderson Love Wins' book on this subject. Overall, ordinary people have the power to shape the future of technology and human rights by taking action, raising awareness, and advocating for a more just and rights-respecting digital world.
How can I get Striking a Balance: Technological Progress and Fundamental Human Rights?
It's sold on Amazon: Kindle $9.99 · Paperback $14.99 · Hardcover $19.99 · Audiobook (prices as of Nov 13, 2026; check Amazon for the current price).