Think tank

Instituto de Tecnologia e Sociedade do Rio

Institute for Technology & Society of Rio de Janeiro ‒ ITS

The mission of the Institute for Technology & Society of Rio de Janeiro (ITS Rio) is to ensure that Brazil and the Global South respond creatively and appropriately to the opportunities provided by technology in the digital age, and that the potential benefits are broadly shared across society. Through its own research and in partnership with other institutions, ITS Rio analyzes the legal, social, economic and cultural dimensions of technology and advocates for public policies and private practices that protect privacy, freedom of expression and access to knowledge. The Institute also offers education, training and opportunities for individuals and institutions,

Contact details

Website:: https://itsrio.org/pt/home/
Address:: Praia do Flamengo, 100 (Cobertura - Flamengo) Rio de Janeiro
Country:: Brazil
Sub-region:: South America

Areas of focus

Topics of research

Technology/Innovation

Geographics of focus

Brazil

Operating languages

English , Portuguese

Organisation details

Business model

Non-profit

Institutional affiliations

Independent

Founded by

Founders: Carlos Affonso Souza (Co-Founder)
Founder gender: All male

Leadership

Leader(s) (2021): Carlos Affonso Souza
Leader gender: Male

Staff size

2021