Technology
We take a 360-degree view of technology, examining who it serves, how it functions in people’s lives, and its role in broader ecosystems—including the potential harms it may cause. Grounded in human-centered design, our team combines user insight and technical rigor to design, critique, and build technology that is secure, ethical, and aligned with the needs of those most at risk. Our work helps organizations and communities reduce risks like data breaches, surveillance, and exclusion while ensuring technology upholds dignity, usability, and self-reliance. We center our approach on marginalized and high-risk groups, creating tools that are not just functional, but just and empowering.
Selected Services
User-Centered Security Research : Uncover the real-world needs, pain points, and behaviors
We conduct security and safety-focused research (including offline testing) to align technology with human-centered goals and security requirements. This ensures your tools are grounded in the lived experiences of those who rely on them—especially those most vulnerable to harm.
Digital Design & Architecture Audits: Assess security, usability, and ethical integrity of tech with a focused, human-centered and technical forensic audit
We evaluate how tools align with safety by design and Trust and Safety principles, identifying vulnerabilities, usability gaps, and potential harms across design and code. We do code based assessments for security and safety → Reverse engineering, red-teaming, design and architecture audit, vulnerability assessments, network analysis and others Our audits provide actionable recommendations to strengthen security, enhance usability, and mitigate risks.
Iterative Design for Safety: Refine security, usability, and security, through user testing and participatory design
We develop design strategies for secure, human-centered tools, creating workflows that prioritize functionality and protection. Iterate with confidence, knowing your technology meets the evolving needs of its users.
Building Resilient Tools: Develop robust, privacy-focused tools and platforms tailored to the unique needs of users and organizations
We support organizations and teams with documentation, training, and iterative improvements, ensuring tech remains effective, secure, and adaptable to emerging challenges.