About the project
This report is an output of the SAFA project (Safer Access for All, Arabic: “ – صفاClarity”), an initiative
designed to address and counter technology facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV) in Iraq
through evidence-based research and digital monitoring.
The project utilizes advanced AI-based social media monitoring technologies tailored to the Iraqi
context to analyse online discourse and generate evidence on the prevalence and patterns of TFGBV,
particularly during key democratic moments such as elections. The insights produced aim to raise
public awareness about online gender-based violence and support efforts to challenge harmful
gender norms.
SAFA also integrates legal analysis to inform policy recommendations and advocacy actions targeting
Iraqi decision-makers, with the goal of strengthening legal protections against digital violence. In
addition, the project collaborates with journalists and media actors to address discriminatory media
coverage and promote responsible reporting that counters online gender-based violence.
The project is implemented through a collaboration between Democracy Reporting International
(DRI), the Jordan Open-Source Association (JOSA), and the Iraqi Network for social media (INSM).
About the Partner Organizations
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Democracy Reporting International (DRI)
Democracy Reporting International is a non-governmental organization working globally to
support democratic governance, rule of law, and inclusive political participation through
research, monitoring, and policy engagement.
Iraqi Network for social media (INSM)
The Iraqi Network for social media is an Iraqi civil society organization working on digital
rights, online safety, and combating disinformation and harmful online content through
research, monitoring, and public awareness initiatives.
Jordan Open-Source Association (JOSA)
The Jordan Open-Source Association is a member-based, not-for-profit organization that
promotes openness in technology and defends the rights of technology users in Jordan.