LGBT Tech Cited in Statewatch on Encryption Pushback in Swedish Parliament
- Tatyana Ithier
- Apr 14
- 1 min read
A recent Statewatch article reports on a major coalition, including LGBT Tech, urging the Swedish Riksdag to reject proposed surveillance legislation that would weaken encryption protections. The article explicitly lists LGBT Tech among over 230 organizations speaking out against the bill:
“LGBT Tech,” along with Mozilla, Internet Society, and others, warns that the legislation would “greatly undermine security and privacy” if passed.
This coalition letter highlights how encryption backdoors create vulnerabilities that threaten the safety of entire communities, particularly LGBTQ+ individuals who often rely on secure digital spaces for connection, identity exploration, and personal safety.
LGBT Tech’s involvement underscores its ongoing commitment to defending digital privacy and advocating for policy that protects marginalized groups online.
