About
NK Digital Freedom is a student-led initiative working to break information barriers in North Korea through innovative offline AI technology.
We envision a world where access to information is a fundamental human right, even in the world's most isolated nations. Our mission is to provide North Korean citizens with access to unbiased information through innovative offline AI solutions, breaking through decades of information control and censorship.
We are independent, student-led, and work with like-minded partners across the world to end information injustice.
Our Journey
Inception
Developed a resilient offline AI architecture for disconnected environments
Support
Awarded a grant from the Human Rights Foundation to accelerate development
Validation
Endorsed by Professor Shin at Stanford University
Momentum
Garnered interest from U.S. State Department officials
Recognition & Support
Human Rights Foundation (HRF)
We are proud recipients of a $7,500 grant from the Human Rights Foundation, a New York-based non-profit organization that promotes and protects human rights globally.
HRF specifically recognized our work in their 2024 grant announcement, supporting projects that include:
"validating and evaluating the pre-developed generative AI tool that allows young North Koreans to access global information without an Internet connection"
Other Recognition
- Stanford professor called it "groundbreaking"
- U.S. Department of State officials took notice
"Could be a groundbreaking tool for overcoming the North Korean regime's information barriers."