Hacking for Social Justice
08-16, 19:00–19:50 (US/Eastern), Tobin

“How can my hacking skills become a force for advancing social justice?” Those who ponder this question often know what they’re up against - oppression, inequality, enshitification.... But the path toward building meaningful change can feel unclear or overwhelming. This talk draws from years of experience working alongside activists, human rights defenders, and digital organizers, and offers a practical framework for lasting, meaningful change. You’ll gain social impact strategies that will help you align your technical skills with the movements and communities you care about. If you’ve ever felt the call to do more - with purpose, with clarity, with community - this is your invitation.

Danacea Vo is a cybersecurity professional and social justice hacker from Vietnam, whose expertise lies in bridging technical knowledge with social impact strategies. As the founder and CEO of Cyberlixir, she develops digital strategies designed to empower marginalized communities, nonprofits, and human rights defenders worldwide. She has worked with national and global coalitions to support social justice movements through cyber resilience in the face of repression. Her expertise has been recognized in Wired Magazine, and featured in awesome initiatives such as HOPE XV, the Google Privacy Summit, and PBS’s Nova.
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