Research on Freedom of Expression and Content Governance in the Kyrgyz Republic please refer to the Procurement Notice
The United Nations Educational, Science and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) hereby invites qualified companies/individuals to submit proposals to conduct Research on Freedom of Expression and Content Governance in Kyrgyzstan under the UNESCO EU-funded project “Social Media 4 Peace” project. The comprehensive research shall encompass consultations with key stakeholders at the national level to gain better understanding of the governance systems of online harmful content in Kyrgyzstan and its impact in society, civic space, peacebuilding efforts and human rights.
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