ALCEI Who We Are
ALCEI – Electronic Frontiers Italy is an association of people dedicated to affirm and protect constitutional rights for “electronic citizens” as new communications technologies emerge.
ALCEI is focused on the safeguard of freedom of expression and personal privacy for any person using electronic communication systems for personal, social, cultural, professional activities.
ALCEI was founded in Milan at the end of July 1994 and is inspired by the principles and goals of the Electronic Frontier Foundation.
The main objectives of ALCEI – EF Italy are:
– To ensure the protection of Constitutional rights for citizens using computer-based communication systems, researching and advising on current and future laws to ensure those rights;
– To monitor, disclose and oppose any behavior intended to put restriction, censorship or suppression of free circulation of electronic communications and exchange of information and ideas, no matter how controversial.
– To support, encourage and promote the development and use of electronic communications, in order to enable all citizens to have a voice in the information age.
– To inform and educate the community at large about computer-based communication systems, emphasizing their responsible use and their positive consequences for our society.

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