Knowledge Hub

The Knowledge Hub is a collaborative initiative led by about 15 expert practitioners from Malaysian civil society organisations (CSOs), launched during the Luminate Foundation Convening in November 2024. It aims to address the abuse of technology, foster trust among CSOs, and provide evidence-based tools for advocacy in this rapidly evolving digital landscape.The hub operates in two key components:

  • Virtual Hub

A digital repository offering data, analysis, and resources on digital threats such as disinformation, extremist narratives, online scams, child exploitation and cyber harassment.

  • Physical Hub

A dedicated collaborative space for workshops and discussions, enabling deeper engagement on digital threats and policy strategies to address them effectively.

Technology abuse is increasingly sophisticated, posing serious risks to democratic processes, social cohesion, and public safety. Malicious actors—including extremist groups, cybercriminals, scammers and child predators —exploit digital platforms to spread dangerous narratives, suppress critical voices, defraud individuals and manipulate vulnerable communities.

In Malaysia, these threats are particularly pressing due to the country’s diverse social fabric and highly digitalised environment. Two key challenges have been identified:

⚠️Knowledge Gaps 

CSOs require more tools and research to analyse digital threats and develop effective strategies, particularly in anticipation of intensifying identity politics ahead of Malaysia’s 16th General Election (GE16) in 2028.

🤝Lack of Coordination 

Without structured collaboration, CSOs duplicate monitoring efforts, missing opportunities for shared intelligence, strategic advocacy, and joint interventions.

  • Strengthen CSO collaboration by creating a shared understanding of key actors, trends, and tactics in technology abuse.
  • Equip CSOs with sustainable tools, data, and frameworks to enhance organisational resilience and drive policy advocacy.

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