Human Rights Commission Fiji

🔍 Online Safety & Human Rights in Fiji

The rise in cyberbullying and online abuse is a serious concern in Fiji, and it’s not just a digital issue, it’s a human rights issue.

No one should feel unsafe, especially our children and young people. Online harm can affect dignity, privacy, and freedom of expression.

🤔 So what can we do?

👉 This week, made a submission to the Online Safety Commission.

We support the role of the Act in protecting people, especially women, children, and those facing online abuse.

At the same time, it’s important that any changes to the law respect human rights, including freedom of expression and privacy (such as how personal data is collected, used, and protected).

✅ Strong laws should protect people and respect their rights.

We’ll continue advocating for the right balance so online spaces are safer for all Fijians. In the meantime, Fiji, we’d like to hear from you: What do you think about online safety in Fiji? 💬

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