Red Line for Gulf is an independent, nonprofit group concerned with freedom of expression, press freedom, digital security and human rights in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries: Bahrain, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Oman.
Our Background
The group was established by journalists and human rights activists in response to political developments across the Gulf since 2011 and their impact on freedom of expression and the media. These developments included restrictive laws and procedures, as well as surveillance targeting political activists, human rights defenders and journalists.
Based in London, the group takes international conventions and treaties concerning freedom of expression and press freedom as its principal reference framework. Its activities and publications are independent of political orientations.
Our Vision
To defend freedom of expression and press freedom as fundamental conditions for democratic societies in which internationally recognised rights are protected.
Our Work
- Monitor violations affecting journalists and activists, and advocate for safer working environments.
- Publish news, reports, studies and research about freedom of expression and press freedom in the Gulf.
- Support journalists and human rights defenders with digital security, privacy protection and measures against surveillance.
- Promote secure access to information and the internet.
- Organise discussions, initiatives and partnerships with regional and international organisations.
Digital Rights for Gulf (DR4G)
Digital Rights for Gulf (DR4G) is an initiative focused on helping journalists, online activists and human rights defenders strengthen their cybersecurity, protect personal information, defend their privacy and respond to surveillance threats.
The initiative contributes to the group’s wider commitment to freedom of expression, secure communication and safer digital environments across the Gulf.