Thor Halvorssen

Thor Halvorssen is a prominent human rights advocate and the founder of the Human Rights Foundation (HRF), an organization dedicated to promoting and protecting human rights worldwide. Known for his activism against authoritarian regimes, Halvorssen has been a vocal supporter of freedom of speech and technology's role in advancing human rights. His work involves organizing events such as the Oslo Freedom Forum, where activists and leaders gather to discuss the importance of civil liberties and the challenges faced by those fighting against tyranny. Recently, he expressed disappointment over the French court's decision to prevent Telegram's founder, Pavel Durov, from attending the forum, emphasizing the significance of technology in the struggle for freedom.