Cyber Dissidents

Founded in 2008, Cyberdissidents.org is a neoconservative organization whose web site says they are "dedicated to supporting human liberty by promoting the voices of online dissidents. Our platform highlights the writings and activities of dissident bloggers in order to strengthen their voice and defend their freedom of expression." They add: "We are a non-partisan group comprised of a diverse range of nationalities, religions and ethnicities. What unites us all is an ardent dedication to human liberty. Our staff and advisers come from a variety of countries including Syria, Sudan, Canada, Russia, Egypt, Iran, Israel, America and Jordan. We have great political differences, yet we all believe that the West has a moral duty to support those struggling for freedom. We encourage the participation of all who share our dedication to liberty, equality and human rights."

Staff
Accessed February 2011:


 * David Keyes, Director
 * Nir Boms, Senior Contributor
 * Ahed Al Hendi, Contributor

Advisory Board
Accessed February 2011:


 * Ahmad Batebi - chair
 * Saad Eddin Ibrahim
 * Irwin Cotler
 * Natan Sharansky
 * Peter Deutsch
 * Dorian Barak
 * Nazanin Afshin-Jam
 * Abdul Wahid al-Nur
 * Jim Prince
 * Samer Abu Libdeh
 * Nima Mina

Contact
URL: http://www.cyberdissidents.org

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