European Digital Rights (EDRi) recently marked their 20th anniversary, commemorating two decades of relentless advocacy for digital rights protection across the continent. Despite the unprecedented pace of technological advancement and the challenges that came with it, EDRi remained steadfast in their commitment to championing people’s rights, privacy, and safety by leading a powerful network of dedicated individuals and groups who advocate for a fair digital environment.

Over the years, EDRi has collaborated with technologists, lawyers, human rights defenders, and activists to create a robust digital rights movement in Europe. Their efforts have taken various forms, from petitions and campaigns to inspiring thought-provoking works of art that amplify their cause. Art has been a crucial component of EDRi’s work, serving as a medium of expression, translation, and inspiration to move people towards their mission.

EDRi’s recent 20th anniversary event showcased a collection of dynamic works of art that explore the implications of digital transformation, rebellions against surveillance, the inner workings of AI systems, and paradigm shifts. These curated works of art serve as a testament to EDRi’s legacy and vision for the future, inspiring and intriguing anyone who experiences them.

As an enthusiastic participant in EDRi’s 20th-anniversary event, I am thrilled to support their efforts through my projects and be included in this curated event – kindda fan girling to see my work next to the Anatomy of an AI by Kate Crawford and Vladan Joler. I look forward to contributing more to their advocacy and initiatives, particularly through myFACE project, and I am open to further collaborations in public spaces that will advance the cause of digital rights protection in Europe.