About Our Campaign
Flock Out of Athens is a community-driven initiative opposing the deployment of dragnet surveillance technology in our city.
Our Mission
We believe Athens residents deserve privacy and freedom from unwarranted mass surveillance. Our mission is to:
- Stop the expansion of dragnet networks in Athens
- Advocate for transparent policies on surveillance technology
- Educate our community about the privacy implications of dragnet systems
- Promote accountability and oversight for law enforcement technology
The Problem with Dragnet Surveillance
Dragnet systems automatically capture, record, and analyze all activity data. While marketed as a crime-fighting tool, these systems:
- Collect data on innocent people without suspicion
- Create permanent records of daily movements
- Can be shared with federal agencies and third parties
- Disproportionately impact communities of color and marginalized groups
- Lack meaningful oversight or community input
- Used in AI model learning
Our Community
We are Athens residents, privacy advocates, civil rights organizations, and concerned citizens working together to protect our community's right to privacy.
Join us in saying no to mass surveillance and yes to accountable, transparent policing that respects constitutional rights.