Communication:
A universal right
Communication is a universal right. It is crucial in humanitarian situations, both for individuals and organizations.
Earthquake response in Western Colombia
COLOMBIA
Emergency communications after doublet earthquakes
VENEZUELA
Internet Safety for Displaced Ukrainians
UKRAINE
News
8 September 2026
In Mexico, Changes in the Migration Landscape Are Shaping Humanitarian Needs
The first half of 2026 confirms the transformation of migration dynamics in Latin America. The…
Ongoing Missions
Programs
Connectivity
Natural disasters can cause significant damage to telecommunications network infrastructure, making communication impossible for affected communities and emergency response organizations.…
Access to information
During a humanitarian crisis, a poorly informed decision can put people's lives and safety at risk. People in crisis situations are particularly vulnerable to misinformation and…
Internet Safety
Access to connectivity and information is essential in all phases of the response to a humanitarian crisis. However, the digital divide exacerbates vulnerabilities to online risks:…
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Télécoms Sans Frontières (TSF) was founded in 1998 as the world’s first NGO focusing on emergency-response technologies. We enable people affected by humanitarian crises to communicate, to regain a perspective on life.

















