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The Signals Network
The Signals Network has protected dozens of individuals in the tech space including Twitter’s Navaroli and Uber’s MacGann, with a third of TSN’s ~40 cases in the past year being in Tech. Excelling at media collaboration, their comprehensive support network also offers (frequent) pro-bono legal representation, safe housing, and financial assistance through their Whistleblower Protection Fund.
Topics
Jurisdiction
US
International
Fees
No Fees
Anonymous intake?
Yes
Overview
What kind of cases are you the right organization for?
Since 2017, The Signals Network (TSN) has protected dozens of whistleblowers across multiple domains. TSN focus primarily on supporting journalistic sources in the tech and corporate sector.
TSN is a good fit for cases in the US or international/ cross-border elements, and for individuals who consider working with journalists or making a public disclosure.
The organization handles issues beyond the tech sector, with approximately two-thirds of their cases now outside technology (healthcare, environment, food safety,etc). They work with both US-centered cases (where they offer legal privilege) and international situations.
Why should AI whistleblowers come to you?
The Signals Network has supported, just in the last year, 40 individuals across more than 10 countries, with a third of those cases being in tech. For example, over the past years, The Signals Network has supported Twitter whistleblower Anika Navaroli, Uber whistleblower Mark MacGann, Facebook Whistleblower Daniel Motaung and many other tech/AI anonymous whistleblowers.
They have also previously spoken on AI whistleblowing and published the Tech Whistleblower Handbook (both linked in Resources Section).
They offer a wide range of services through their extensive network to support insiders, for example securing pro-bono legal support for 70% of their clients or providing safe housing. On a case by case basis, they also offer a funding vehicle (the Whistleblower Protection Fund) for supporting whistleblowers.
They are aligned to integrate expertise of OAISIS/Third Opinion experts on AI cases.
Why do care about Whistleblowing in AI
AI is a critical technology that deserves the public’s eye in line with The Signal Network’s mission.
Case Focus
Type Of Cases
Clear law breaking
Possible law breaking
Significant public interest
Focus Area
Tech
Government
Corporate Misconduct
Public Health
Human rights abuses
Timing
As early as possible. The sooner a person reaches out, the easier it is to mitigate risk and put together a robust plan of support.
Barred In
New York
We may not be the best fit for…
National Security. Likewise, cases that may not have strong public interest (e.g. individual labor issues) are not their focus. The Signals Network will however help refer you to specialized attorneys.
TSN never accept cases where information was gathered in an illegal manner.
Team
The Signals Network is lead by a team of whistleblower veterans who offer direct legal, story telling and advocacy support. The leadership team is listed below.
Executive Director
Delphine Halgand-Mishra
Delphine Halgand-Mishra is the Executive Director of The Signals Network.
Whistleblower Protection Program Director
Margaux Ewen
Margaux Ewen is the Director of The Signals Network’s Whistleblower Protection Program. Margaux was most recently the Director of Freedom House’s Fred Hiatt Program
Director
Tyler Shultz
Tyler Shultz is a scientist, startup founder, and professional speaker advocating for ethical innovation
Support Offerings
This organization offers the following support offerings to (potential) whistleblowers along their journey.
If you are looking for more details on what might be included in each category, scroll further below. If you have questions on their exact offerings, please get in touch with us.
Offerings*
Offered?
Comment
Initial Support & Intake
Inhouse
Legal Support
Inhouse & Network
Referral to specialized attorneys available
Technical & Evidence Support
Inhouse & Network
Security
Inhouse & Network
Financial support
Inhouse
Defense fund available
Media Support
Inhouse & Network
Post-Resolution Support
Inhouse & Network
Psychosocial support
Network