• Companies Act 2016

• Income Tax Act 1967

• Employment Act 1955

• Sales and Services Tax Act 2018

• Personal Data Protection Act 2010

• Financial Services Act 2013

INFORMATION

Estonian version

MTÜ "The IO Foundation" põhikiri

1. MTÜ "The IO Foundation" (edaspidi ühing) on avalikes huvides tegutsev organisatsioon, mille asukohaks on Tallinna linn.

2. Ühingu eesmärgiks on edendada, kaitsta, arendada ja väärtustada digitaalseid õigusi.

3. Ühingu liikmeks olla iga füüsiline või juriidiline isik, kes on valmis aktiivselt kaasa lööma ühingu eesmärkide elluviimisel ja täidab põhikirja nõudeid. Liikmeks vastuvõtmise ja väljaarvamise korraldab ühingu juhatus.

4. Ühingu liikmel on kõik seadusest tulenevad õigused ja õigus saada juhtorganitelt igakülgset teavet ühingu tegevuse kohta.

5. Ühingu sisseastumis- ja liikmemaksu suurused kinnitab üldkoosolek.

6. Ühingu liige võidakse ühingust välja arvata lisaks seaduses sätestatud juhtudele, kui ta ei tasu kindlaksmääratud ajaks ettenähtud liikmemaksu või sisseastumismaksu; või on esitanud ühingusse vastuvõtmisel teadlikult ebaõigeid andmeid, mille tõttu tema vastuvõtmine ühingu liikmeks ei olnud õiguspärane.

7. Ühingu kõrgeimaks organiks on liikmete üldkoosolek vastavalt seadusele, kus võivad osaleda kõik ühingu liikmed.

8. Üldkoosoleku kokkukutsumisel ja otsuste vastuvõtmisel lähtutakse seadusest. Üldkoosolek on otsustusvõimeline sõltumata osalejate arvust.

9. Ühingu juhatusse valitakse üks kuni kolm liiget viieks aastaks.

10. Ühingu tegevuse lõpetamise korral antakse järelejäänud vara üle tulumaksusoodustusega mittetulundusühingute ja sihtasutuste ja usuliste ühenduste nimekirja liikmeks olevale sarnase eesmärgiga organisatsioonile või avalik- õiguslikule juriidilise isikule.

Vastu võetud 08.07.2020

English Version

Statutes of the NGO "The IO Foundation"

1. The NGO "The IO Foundation" (hereinafter the association) operates in the public interest an organization based in the city of Tallinn.

2. The purpose of the Association is to promote, protect, develop and enhance digital rights.

3. Any natural or legal person who is willing to take an active part in membership may be a member of the association to achieve the goals of the association and fulfills the requirements of the articles of association. Membership admission and expulsion shall be organized by the board of the association.

4. A member of the association has all the rights arising from law and the right to receive from the governing bodies comprehensive information on the activities of the association.

5. The amounts of the association's entrance and membership fees are approved by the general meeting.

6. A member of an association may be expelled from the association in addition to the cases provided by law, if he fails to pay the prescribed membership fee, or entrance fee; or has knowingly submitted incorrect information upon admission to the association data due to which his admission as a member of the association was not lawful.

7. The highest body of the association is the general meeting of members in accordance with the law where all members of the association may participate.

8. When convening a general meeting and adopting resolutions, the law shall apply. The general meeting has a quorum regardless of the number of participants.

9. One to three members shall be elected to the board of the association for a term of five years.

10. Upon termination of the activities of the Association, the remaining assets shall be transferred non-profit associations and foundations and religious associations with income tax relief a similar organization or public to a legal person.

Adopted on 08.07.2020

In accordance to its commitment towards transparency and accountability and in compliance with its policies, The IO Foundation regularly issues a number of reports showcasing how its work progresses and its compliance with the different jurisdictions under which it operates.

Institutional Reports

In line to its transparency and accountability commitment, The IO Foundation publishes the following institutional reports that provide an account of each Season's strategies.

Board Meeting

The Board Meeting report provides a summary of the annual Board Meeting that takes place annually and as described in the organization's Statute.

General Meeting

The General Meeting report provides an account of the annual General Meeting that takes place annually and as described in the organization's Statute.

Impact Reports

The IO Foundation equally wishes to issue annual reports on its activities and impact assessment.

At the date of writing this has been impossible due to lack of resources and concentrating efforts in producing research and generating impact.

The organization is nonetheless actively working on this subject and will make all possible efforts to issue a Impact Reports as soon as possible.

Operational Reports

Equally in line to its transparency and accountability commitment, The IO Foundation strives to publish the following operational reports that provide an account of how did the organization implemented the Season's strategies and its measured outcomes.

Financial Reports

In compliance with the Estonian law, TIOF files an annual financial report to the Estonian authorities which is previously verified by an Estonian-licensed auditor.

Strat Meeting

The Strat Meeting report provides an account of The IO Foundation's annual strategic gathering where objectives are set for the following Season.

The IO Foundation is a nonprofit organization registered in Estonia under their e-Residency program.

This document provides methods to verify the legal nonprofit status of The IO Foundation.

Direct Link

The direct link to the Foundation's info page is:

https://ariregister.rik.ee/ettevotja?lang=eng&id=9000220393

Manual verification

• Go to https://ariregister.rik.ee/eng

• Enter "The IO Foundation"

• Press Search

• Click on the entry

This page contains all The IO Foundation's strategy and reporting for Season 2022.

Introduction

The IO Foundation is committed to establishing its Data-Centric Digital Rights advocacy as a cornerstone of citizen's digital life. As technology becomes increasingly integrated into every aspect of life, the management and protection of data and, most importantly, the algorithms that act upon it have long become critical to ensuring individual freedoms and societal trust. During Season 2025, TIOF's mission remains to provide technologists, end users and organizations with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to understand and manage their digital life responsibly.

Through education, research and practical solutions, The IO Foundation advocates for a world where rights are clearly defined and respected in the development and application of technology under the guide of the DCDR Principles.

Key Objectives

For Season 2022, The IO Foundation focused its resources in achieving the following Key Objectives:

Initiatives & Projects

For Season 2022, The IO Foundation focused on the following Initiatives and Projects:

Annual Reports

This page contains all reports issued by The IO Foundation corresponding to Season 2022.

The governance structure of The IO Foundation outlines the roles, relationships and responsibilities of various boards and its Executive Team, ensuring effective management, accountability and alignment with the organization's mission and objectives.

Governing Structure

Organizational Chart

This policy has been adopted by the Board of Directors and shall come into force with effect from passing of the Directors’ Resolution.

3. Definitions:

“Act” means the Companies Act 2016;

“BO” means the ultimate owner of one or shares in the Company and does not include a nominee of any description;

“Board” means the Board of Directors of the Company and includes its committees (if any);

“CCM or SSM” means the Companies Commission of Malaysia, also known as the Registrar of Companies Malaysia or Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia;

“interest in shares” means an interest in shares as defined under Section 8 of the Companies Act 2016;

“Member” means a person whose name is entered in the register of members as the holder for the time being of one or more shares (irrespective of the types or class of shares) in the Company;

“Policy” means the “POLICY ON REPORTING OF BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP OF SHARES IN THE COMPANY”

4. Scope and Application:

4.1 This policy outlines the Company’s implementation of Section 56 of the Act and the “Guideline For The Reporting Framework For Beneficial Ownership of Legal Persons” issued by CCM to enable the Company to obtain the BO information from its shareholders and record such information in a separate part of the register of members.

4.2 This policy applies to all shareholders of the Company to enable the seeking of information on the “ultimate owner of shares” who is an individual (natural person) who meets one or more of the following criteria:

a) has interest, directly or indirectly not less than 20% of the shares of the Company;

b) holds, directly or indirectly not less than 20% (twenty per centum) of the voting shares of the Company;

c) has the right to exercise ultimate effective control whether formal or informal over the company; or the directors or the management of the Company;

d) has the right or power to directly or indirectly appoint or remove a director(s) who holds a majority of the voting rights at the meeting of directors; or

e) is a member of the Company and, under an agreement with another member of the Company, controls alone a majority of the voting right in the Company.

5. Notice to Member to Obtain Information:

5.1 The Company may, by notice in writing at least once in a calendar year, require any member within such reasonable time as is specified in the notice:

i. to inform the Company whether he holds any voting shares in the Company as beneficial owner or as trustee; and

ii. if he holds the voting shares as trustee, to indicate so far as he can the persons for whom he holds the voting shares by name and by other particulars sufficient to enable those persons to be identified and the nature of their interest.

5.2 Where the Company is informed that a person, whether a member or not, having an interest in any of the voting shares in the Company is beneficial owner or as a trustee, the Company may be notice in writing require that person within such reasonable time as is specified in the notice:

i. to inform the Company whether he holds that interest as beneficial owner or as trustee; and

ii. if he holds the voting shares as trustee, to indicate so far as he can the persons for whom he holds such interest by name and by other particulars sufficient to enable those persons to be identified and the nature of their interest.

5.3 The Company may, by notice in writing at least once in a calendar year, require any member within such reasonable time as is specified in the notice:

i. to inform the Company whether any of the voting shares carried by any voting shares in the Company held by him are the subject of an agreement or arrangement under which another person is entitled to control his exercise of those rights; and

ii. if the member is under such an agreement or arrangement, to give particulars of the agreement or arrangement and the parties to such agreement or arrangement.

6. Obligation of Member to Inform Company:

6.1 If a member of the Company has received a notice issued under Paragraph 5 herein, the member has an obligation to inform the Company whether he is the BO or has met at least one of the criteria stated under paragraph 4.2 of this Policy, as a trustee or that the voting rights held by him is subject to an agreement or arrangement in which another person is entitle to exercise that voting rights.

6.2 A member shall notify the Company when there are changes in the BO information. 6.3 A member commits an offence under Section 56 of the Act if he:

a) does not reply to the notice issued by the Company; or

b) in purported compliance with such a notice makes any statement which he known to be false in a material particular or recklessly makes any statement which is false in a material particular, unless he can prove that the information in question was already in possession of the Company or that the requirement to give it was for any reason, frivolous or vexatious.

7. Supporting Document:

7.1 In identifying and verifying the BO information, the Company may require a member to provide such documents as are necessary which may include, but are not limited to, certified copies of a national identification card, passport of other similar documents, founding documents and agreements regulating the power to bind the Company.

7.2 The supporting documents shall be kept by the Company at the same location with the register of BO to show that reasonable steps have been taken in identifying the BO.

7.3 Supporting documents that are kept may be:

a) either in the national language or English language;

b) either in physical or electronic form; and

c) from the day the individual becomes a BO and up until 7 years after such individual ceases to be a BO.

8. Keeping of BO Information:

8.1 The Company shall ensure that the BO information and the supporting documents to verify the BO information are in order and kept at the registered office or at the same place the register of members or the register of partners is kept.

8.2 The BO information and the supporting documents shall be kept for at least 7 years from the date a person ceases to be a BO.

8.3 The BO information shall be kept either in the national language or English language and may be kept either in physical or electronic form.

9. Access to BO Register and Information:

9.1 The Company shall ensure that the BO information can be accessed in a timely manner by the competent authorities and the law enforcement agencies as and when required. Competent authorities, law enforcement agencies, the BO and the persons authorized by the BO may be provided with copies of the BO information and supporting documents, upon request.

9.2 The Company shall give access in a timely manner to the BO whose name is recorded in the register of BO or the persons authorized by the BO as and when requested in writing. For the avoidance of doubt, a BO shall only be given access to the BO information relating to him.

10. Review & Contact Details:

10.1 This policy shall be reviewed periodically by the Board of Directors in accordance with the requirements of the Act and/or such guidelines, directives or policies that may be issued by CCM or other competent authorities from time to time.

INFORMATION

Estonian version

MTÜ "The IO Foundation" ASUTAMISLEPING

Jean Francois Queralt (isikukood: 37503030090, elukohaga Philippines) ja fesalife OÜ (i.k 14469686, elukohaga Estonia), edaspidi asutajad sõlmisid mittetulundusühingu asutamislepingu järgmistel tingimustel:

1. Mittetulundusühingu nimi on MTÜ "The IO Foundation"

2. Mittetulundusühingu asukohaks on Riia 128, 50411 Tartu, Estonia linn/vald

3. Mittetulundusühingu eesmärgiks on "To respect, protect and provide solutions for Digital Rights and promote the creation of a Universal Declaration of Digital Rights (UDDR)".

4. Asutajad kohustuvad tasuma kõik asutamisega seotud kulud.

5. Asutajad määravad mittetulundusühingu juhatuse liikme(te)ks: Jean Francois Queralt - i.k: 37503030090, elukohaga Philippines fesalife OÜ - i.k: 14469686, elukohaga Estonia

6. Asutajad kinnitavad asutamislepingu lisana mittetulundusühingu põhikirja.

Asutamisleping on sõlmitud 05.04.2018

English Version

AGREEMENT ESTABLISHING THE NGO "THE IO FOUNDATION"

Jean Francois Queralt (personal identification code: 37503030090, residing in the Philippines) and fesalife OÜ (i.k 14469686, residing in Estonia), the founders entered into a non-profit-making association under the following conditions:

1. The name of the non-profit association is MTÜ "The IO Foundation"

2. The seat of the non-profit association is Riga 128, 50411 Tartu, Estonia city / municipality

3. The purpose of the non-profit association is "To respect, protect and provide solutions for Digital Rights and promote the creation of a Universal Declaration of Digital Rights (UDDR) ".

4. The founders undertake to pay all costs associated with their establishment.

5. The founders shall appoint the following as a member(s) of the board of a non-profit association:

   Jean Francois Queralt - i.k: 37503030090, residing in Philippines fesalife OÜ - i.k: 14469686, residing in Estonia

6. The statutes of the non-profit association shall be approved by the founders as an annex to the memorandum of association.

The memorandum of association has been entered into on 05.04.2018

The DHATHAM v0.5 House Rule, which is an evolution from the CHATHAM House Rule in response to the new digital realities, stipulates:

In other words, be considerate and ask for permission before capturing a digital representation of others or posting about them on social media or any other digital medium.

Participate

The Dhatam House Rule is a live statement that is open for adaptation and improvements.

To participate in the next iteration of the rule, check the Dhatam House Rule live discussion.

Enhance content generation The organization will focus on expanding its content production, including articles, blogs, podcasts and other media, to engage a wider audience.

The IO Network US Foundation is a nonprofit organization registered in the great state of Delaware, United States.

This document provides methods to verify the legal nonprofit status of The IO Network US Foundation, both in the great state of Delaware and at the federal level with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS.)

Manual verification

Delaware Registration

• Go to https://icis.corp.delaware.gov/eCorp/EntitySearch/NameSearch.aspx

• In the field Entity Name, enter "The IO Network"

• Press Search

• Click on the entry

Federal Registration - 501(c)3 status under IRS

• Go to https://apps.irs.gov/app/eos/ (IRS's Tax Exempt Organization Search)

• In the field Select Search By > Employer Identification Number (EIN)

• In the field Search Item, enter "61-2106784"

• Press Search

• Click on the entry

Global definitions

1.1 Principal Office

The principal office of the Corporation will be determined by the Board of Directors. Other offices may also be established at such places that the Board deems necessary for the conduct of business. A copy of these bylaws will be kept at the principal office.

1.2 Registered Agent

The Registered Agent's details are in the Articles of Incorporation filed with the Secretary of State and can only be changed with Board approval and appropriate state filings.

1.3 Governing Instruments

The Corporation operates under its Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws, which the Board of Directors can amend.

Article 2 - Purpose, Objectives, and Membership

2.1 Charitable, Educational, Religious, and Scientific Purposes

Organized exclusively for charitable, educational, religious, or scientific purposes under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, The IO Foundation (TIOF) advocates for Data-Centric Digital Rights.

2.2 Inurement of Income

Income is not distributed to members, directors, officers, or others but may be used for reasonable compensation for services.

2.3 Legislative or Political Activities

The Corporation does not engage in political campaigns or substantial legislative influence efforts.

2.4 Operational Limitations

Activities are limited to those permissible for a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) corporation.

2.5 Nondiscrimination Policy

Discrimination based on sex, age, race, color, national origin, religion, physical handicap, or disability is prohibited.

2.6 Membership

The Corporation will not have members.

Article 3 - Board of Director Meeting

3.1 Meeting Location

Meetings are held at the principal business location or an alternate site chosen by the Board.

3.2 Regular Meetings

Regular meetings are scheduled at times and frequencies suitable for Board members.

3.3 Special Meetings

Special meetings can be called by the president, with a 3-day notice including the agenda.

3.4 Telephone Meetings

Meetings can be held via conference call, with decisions made having equal authority as in-person meetings.

3.5 Action Without a Meeting

Board actions can be taken without a meeting if all members consent in writing.

3.6 Quorum

A majority of Directors constitutes a quorum for Board-approved actions.

Article 4 - Directors

4.1 Authority

The Board of Directors manages the Corporation's business, subject to limitations in the Articles of Incorporation.

4.2 Election

Board members are elected by voting members at the annual meeting for at least one year.

4.3 Number of Directors

The Board determines the number of Directors, not less than three, and can adjust this number.

4.4 Resignation

Directors can resign by submitting a letter to the Secretary, effective immediately or as specified.

4.5 Vacancies

Board vacancies are filled by a majority vote of current Directors until the next annual meeting.

4.6 Compensation

Directors serve voluntarily, with possible reimbursement for expenses and compensation for other roles within the Corporation.

Article 5 - Officers

5.1 Number of Officers

The Corporation has a President and a Secretary, with additional officers added by the Board.

5.2 Election

Officers are elected by the Board, which sets their term length and compensation.

5.3 Removal and Resignation

Officers can be removed or resign at any time, with removal requiring Board action and resignation requiring written notice.

5.4 President

The President manages day-to-day operations under Board guidelines and serves as the chief financial officer in the Treasurer's absence.

5.5 Secretary

The Secretary is responsible for meeting notices, minutes, maintaining records, and the Corporate Record Book.

5.6 Compensation

Officers' compensation is determined by the Board, regardless of their Director status.

Article 6 - Authority to Execute

6.1 Binding Power

Binding agreements require written Board authorization.

6.2 Signatories

The President and Secretary sign documents requiring a corporate officer's signature.

Article 7 - Dissolution

Upon dissolution, after settling liabilities, remaining assets are disposed of as determined by the Board.

Article 8 - Corporate Records

8.1 Corporate Minutes

Records of all meetings are kept at the principal office or another Board-approved location.

8.2 Financial Records

The chief financial officer maintains accurate financial records for tax preparation.

8.3 Inspection of Records

Directors can inspect corporate records and Bylaws after signing a confidentiality affidavit.

8.4 Fiscal Year

The fiscal year is determined by the Board following IRS guidelines.

Article 9 - Indemnification and Insurance

9.1 Indemnification

Directors and officers are indemnified, except in cases of negligence or misconduct.

9.2 Insurance

The Corporation may purchase insurance for agents, including directors, officers, and employees.

Article 10 - Adoption

Certifies the Bylaws as adopted by the Board of Directors.

Definitions

This document employs terms related to the DCDR Advocacy that can be found in the TIOF terminology.

For a structure of The IO Foundation, please visit

• The IO Foundation's Organizational Chart

• The IO Foundation's Organizational Taxonomy

About this document

This document, hereinafter the Policy, sets out the position maintained by TIOF in matters of Anti-corruption and Anti-bribery that you will need to be aware of while being a TIOF Member. You should familiarize yourself with it and comply with it at all times. Any questions you may have with regard to its contents or what you have to do to comply with it should be referred to your corresponding Team Human Resources Manager.

Any Member who breaches this Policy will face disciplinary action, which could result in dismissal for gross misconduct. Any non-employee who breaches this Policy may have their contract (or equivalent official relationship with TIOF) terminated with immediate effect.

Scope

This document directly applies to:

• All TIOF Members

This document indirectly applies to:

• All TIOF Contributors

The policies set out in this document apply to all TIOF Members unless otherwise indicated. They therefore apply to Members of the Boards (Directors, Advisers, Consultants), Employees, Volunteers and Interns; this is irrespective of their engagement type. They equally apply to all Contributors and will be used as part of the selection criteria when engaging with them.

This Policy applies within all TIOF Spaces, including (although not limited to) management activities, contributions or events; it and also applies when an individual is officially representing the organization in public spaces. Examples of representing the organization include (although not limited to) using an official e-mail address, posting via any official channel or acting as an appointed representative at an event.

Policy details

Anti corruption and Anti bribery statement

What is bribery?

"Bribe" means a financial or other inducement or reward for action which is illegal, unethical, a breach of trust or improper in any way. Bribes can take the form of (although not limited to) money, gifts, loans, fees, hospitality, services, discounts, the award of a contract or any other advantage or benefit.

"Bribery" includes offering, promising, giving, accepting or seeking a bribe.

If you are unsure about whether a particular act constitutes bribery, raise it with your corresponding Team Human Resources Coordinator.

Specifically, you must not:

• give or offer any payment, gift, hospitality or other benefit in the expectation that a transaction advantage will be received in return or to reward any support received;

• accept any offer from a third party that you know or suspect is made with the expectation that we will provide a transaction advantage for them or anyone else;

• give or offer any payment (sometimes called a facilitation payment) to a government official in any country to facilitate or speed up a routine or necessary procedure.

Gifts and hospitality

This Policy does not prohibit the giving or accepting of reasonable and appropriate hospitality for legitimate purposes such as building relationships, maintaining our image or reputation or marketing our advocacy, initiatives and services.

A gift or hospitality will not be appropriate if it is unduly lavish or extravagant, or could be seen as an inducement or reward for any preferential treatment (for example, during contractual negotiations or a tender process). All such tokens of appreciation are to be notified to your corresponding Team Human Resources Coordinator.

Gifts must be of an appropriate type and value depending on the circumstances and taking account of the reason for the gift. Gifts must not include cash or cash equivalent (such as vouchers) and in any case be given in secret.

Promotional gifts of low value such as branded stationery may be given to or accepted from existing contributors, suppliers and partners.

Record-keeping

You must declare and keep a written record of all hospitality or gifts given or received. You must also submit all expenses claims relating to hospitality, gifts or payments to third parties in accordance with our Financial procedures and record the reason for expenditure.

All accounts, invoices and other records relating to dealings with third parties including suppliers and customers should be prepared with strict accuracy and completeness.

How to raise a concern

If you are offered a bribe, or are asked to make one, or if you suspect that any bribery, corruption or other breach of this policy has occurred or may occur, you must report it in accordance with our Whistleblowing Policy as soon as possible.

Conduct outside of Work

We do not seek to interfere with the personal lives or conduct of our Members. However, some times certain conducts outside of work can interfere with our legitimate advocacy and/or initiatives' interests.

You are expected to conduct your personal affairs in a manner that doesn't adversely affect the integrity, reputation or credibility of yourself and/or The IO Foundation.

Illegal or immoral conduct outside of work by any Member that adversely affects our legitimate advocacy and/or business interests, or other TIOF Member's ability to perform their responsibilities, will not be tolerated.

The following is the basic institutional information about The IO Network MY.

Governance

The IO Network MY's governance adheres to the following documents:

Other Registrations & Certifications

The following is a list of other registrations and certifications for The IO Foundation.

The following is the basic institutional information about The IO Foundation.

Governance

The IO Foundation's governance adheres to the following documents:

Other Registrations & Certifications

The following is a list of other registrations and certifications for The IO Foundation.

This page contains all The IO Foundation's strategy and reporting for Season 2019.

Introduction

The IO Foundation is committed to establishing its Data-Centric Digital Rights advocacy as a cornerstone of citizen's digital life. As technology becomes increasingly integrated into every aspect of life, the management and protection of data and, most importantly, the algorithms that act upon it have long become critical to ensuring individual freedoms and societal trust. During Season 2025, TIOF's mission remains to provide technologists, end users and organizations with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to understand and manage their digital life responsibly.

Through education, research and practical solutions, The IO Foundation advocates for a world where rights are clearly defined and respected in the development and application of technology under the guide of the DCDR Principles.

Key Objectives

For Season 2019, The IO Foundation focused its resources in achieving the following Key Objectives:

Initiatives & Projects

For Season 2019, The IO Foundation focused on the following Initiatives and Projects:

Annual Reports

This page contains all reports issued by The IO Foundation corresponding to Season 2019.

This section provides all the information about how The IO Foundation finances its advocacy and operations.

The organization actively attempts to balance traditional means of funding (donations, grants) with offering its own products and services aligned with its Data-Centric Digital Rights (DCDR) advocacy.

Funding streams

In accordance to its Resource Mobilization and Allocation policy, The IO Foundation accepts resources from a variety of sources, categorized into streams, that are consistent with its Mission, Vision, Values and Guiding Principles. The following are the recognized types of resource mobilization streams:

Unrestricted and Restricted resources

In accordance to its Finance Policy, The IO Foundation categorizes all mobilized resources into two distinct categories:

Budgeting

The IO Foundation establishes every season an budget plan for the upcoming season.

Budget plans are not currently made public (although it is on our roadmap) due to resource constraints.

Nonetheless, you can consult the organization's Annual Reports which are public.

This page contains all The IO Foundation's strategy and reporting for Season 2023.

Introduction

The IO Foundation is committed to establishing its Data-Centric Digital Rights advocacy as a cornerstone of citizen's digital life. As technology becomes increasingly integrated into every aspect of life, the management and protection of data and, most importantly, the algorithms that act upon it have long become critical to ensuring individual freedoms and societal trust. During Season 2025, TIOF's mission remains to provide technologists, end users and organizations with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to understand and manage their digital life responsibly.

Through education, research and practical solutions, The IO Foundation advocates for a world where rights are clearly defined and respected in the development and application of technology under the guide of the DCDR Principles.

Key Objectives

For Season 2023, The IO Foundation focused its resources in achieving the following Key Objectives:

Initiatives & Projects

For Season 2023, The IO Foundation focused on the following Initiatives and Projects:

Annual Reports

This page contains all reports issued by The IO Foundation corresponding to Season 2023.

In the efforts to ensure that technology is designed and build in ways that are protective of citizens and their digital twins, the most important actor is largely non-engaged: Technologists.

They are the people tasked to architect and build the technology everyone is so much concerned about and yet they occupy, on a practical level, a marginal space in the whole conversation.

Challenges

TIOF has identified the following challenges:

Supporting the NextGen Rights Defenders