Overview
Centre for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH) is a non-profit organisation founded in 2018 to combat online hate speech, misinformation, and digital abuse. Operating internationally, it seeks to protect human rights by holding technology platforms accountable and promoting safer online environments through research, advocacy, and education.
Mission and focus areas
CCDH’s mission is to stop the spread of hate and misinformation online. Its work focuses on social media accountability, antisemitism, misogyny, climate change denial, and extremist movements. Through data-driven research and campaigns, CCDH supports responsible digital governance and contributes to broader social sustainability and ethical technology practices.
Structure and governance
CCDH operates as a registered charity in the United Kingdom and a 501(c)(3) organisation in the United States. It is led by a team of researchers, policy experts, and advocates, supported by partnerships with academics and civil society groups. Its governance framework ensures transparency, ethical oversight, and impact-driven operations across regions.
Programs and offerings
CCDH produces evidence-based research reports, public awareness campaigns, and policy recommendations targeting online harms. Its STAR Framework promotes Safety by Design, Transparency, Accountability, and Responsibility in digital spaces. CCDH also delivers training programmes to build digital resilience and provides resources for policymakers and practitioners seeking to counter hate and misinformation effectively.
About
Our mission is to protect human rights and civil liberties online.
