Why we signed the Copenhagen Pledge on Tech for Democracy

GitHub has announced its commitment to the Copenhagen Pledge on Tech for Democracy, emphasizing collaboration with global organizations, governments, and civil society to promote digital technologies that support democracy and human rights. This pledge aligns with other initiatives like the Paris Call for Trust and Security in Cyberspace and the Cybersecurity Tech Accord, highlighting the importance of developers in maintaining societal infrastructure and fostering an open, secure, and reliable internet. The pledge advocates for applying democratic values in technology development and calls for narrowing digital divides, focusing on marginalized groups. GitHub’s policies prioritize transparency, developer-centered content moderation, and broad accessibility, resonating with their commitment to human rights and inclusivity. The organization encourages others to join in supporting the pledge and will discuss these initiatives further at a United Nations General Assembly side event.