Our Mission
To safeguard human‑rights organizations, independent journalists, and whistle‑blowers from digital threats by providing expert cybersecurity services, rapid incident support, and capacity‑building education.
We operate globally with a discreet, resilient ethos — enabling at‑risk communities to keep telling the truth, safely.
Vision & Values
- Human Dignity: We protect people first, always.
- Security by Design: Practical, testable, and resilient solutions.
- Neutral & Nonpartisan: We serve the mission, not politics.
- Transparency: We publish impact, policies, and financials.
- Do No Harm: Threat‑modeling and consent at every step.
What We Do
Mobile Red‑Team Clinics
On‑site device audits, hardening, and phishing resilience training.
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Device-Hardening Audit
Comprehensive security check and hardening of devices against threats.
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Continuous Device Monitoring
24/7 monitoring for anomalies and suspicious activity.
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Phishing Simulation
Test and train teams to detect and prevent phishing attempts.
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Rapid Malware Triage
Quick identification and containment of malware incidents.
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Encrypted Cloud Backup
Secure, redundant storage of sensitive data in the cloud.
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Post-Incident Forensics
Detailed analysis to uncover attack vectors and restore trust.
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Threat-Posture Review
Holistic assessment of your current cyber defense maturity.
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Policy Starter Pack
Foundational cybersecurity policies for NGOs and journalists.
Governance & Board
Digital Safe‑Havens Network is governed by an independent Board responsible for mission oversight, financial stewardship, and risk management. Board committees include Audit & Finance, Programs & Impact, and Ethics.
Ari Davies
Founder & Chair, Independent Director
After 25 years with a background in Cybersecurity, and a 12 year tenure with Deloitte as an equity partner, Ari founded Digital Safe-Havens to ensure that all voices can be heard.
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Maren Behringer
Treasurer, Independent Director
Maren brings a unique blend of business expertise and an economics background. Having studied Economics at FernUni Schweiz, Maren smoothly shifted from a career in high-fashion modeling, to business management.
Dakota Davis
Secretary, Independent Director
Dakota's backround is in project management, operations with a background in incident response and cyber security. She joined the team with a passion for working for just causes.
Conflict of Interest: All directors and officers submit annual COI disclosures; recusals are recorded in minutes.
Whistleblower: Reports may be submitted confidentially to the Audit & Finance Chair via whistleblower@digitalsafehavens.org.
Legal & Compliance
- Status: U.S. nonprofit — 501(c)(3) (pending).
- Registered State: Delaware.
- Public Charity Classification: 170(b)(1)(A)(vi) (pending).
This page will be updated upon IRS determination and state filings. For official letters or vendor requests, contact: legal@digitalsafehavens.org.
Financials & Transparency
We publish annual reports, audited financial statements, IRS Form 990 (upon availability), and program impact metrics.
Partners & Sponsors
These organisations help make our work possible.
Get Involved
We welcome skilled volunteers (security engineers, IR analysts, trainers, translators) and mission‑aligned partners. Let’s protect frontline voices together.