Post 6: ROSA FAQ

Post 1: United to Defend Democracy Post 2: From Words to Action Post 3: The Power of the Network Post 4: Tools That Strengthen Democracy Post 5: More Democracy, less fragility

0. What is ROSA?

ROSA is a global decentralized civic network to defend democracy. It stands for Resist. Organize. Safeguard. Act.

Like a compass rose [^1], it gives direction when democracy is under threat. Local cells act independently, but together they share tools, protection, and visibility — making democracy stronger everywhere.

1. If ROSA is decentralized, why does it still need a central brand and platform?

Decentralization keeps us safe and flexible. But without a clear brand and trusted entry point, people wouldn’t know where to start or who to trust. ROSA gives a common identity and compass — while local cells stay fully independent.

2. Is ROSA a political party or NGO?

No. ROSA is not a party and not an NGO. It’s a civic network open to everyone who believes in democracy, legality, and nonviolence. We don’t want power — we want to protect the space where citizens have power.

3. Who can join ROSA?

Anyone. Teachers, students, journalists, civil servants, parents, neighbors. If you care about democracy and want to act lawfully and constructively, there’s a place for you.

4. Can people with very different political opinions really work together in ROSA?

Yes. We may disagree on policies, parties, or ideologies — but democracy is the ground that makes disagreement possible. Without it, no opinion matters. ROSA is the space where conservatives, liberals, progressives, or independents can stand side by side to defend the rules that let us debate freely.

5. How is ROSA different from existing NGOs or movements?

Most groups work in isolation. ROSA is a framework that connects them, amplifies their voices, and provides tools they can use right away. We don’t replace existing work — we make it stronger and more visible.

6. How does ROSA protect privacy and security?

We know that defending democracy can be risky. That’s why ROSA uses secure, open tools and supports anonymity when needed. You choose how visible you want to be — and you never have to share more personal info than necessary.

7. What are “ROSA Local Cells”?

Cells are autonomous groups in towns, villages, schools, or institutions. A few people is enough to start one. They choose their priorities, but share values with the larger network — and benefit from common resources.

8. What are “Democracy First Aid Kits”?

They’re ready-to-use survival packs for democracy: legal guides, digital safety tips, communication strategies, and rapid-response checklists. If rights are attacked in your area, you don’t start from zero — you’re ready.

9. How does ROSA use technology?

Authoritarians use tech to control. ROSA uses it to protect and connect:
– Secure communication inside the network
– Open publishing to give visibility outside
– Dashboards and alerts to spot threats early

10. Is ROSA only for crisis situations?

No. We prepare for crises — but we also strengthen democracy every day: by educating, monitoring institutions, sharing civic tools, and making sure citizens know their rights.

11. What does ROSA offer me as a citizen?

12. Why should I trust ROSA?

Because ROSA is independent, transparent and non-partisan. No hidden agenda, no money-making scheme. Just citizens defending the democratic space that belongs to all of us.

13. How am I sure that ROSA will stay independent — not partisan, not controlled by a state or a big platform like Meta or X?

ROSA is built on decentralized, open infrastructure. No state, party, or corporation owns it. The brand is common, but the power rests with local cells. We deliberately avoid dependence on platforms like Meta or X, and instead use open-source, community-run tools that cannot be taken over by any single actor.

14. How do we prevent governments from misusing ROSA to track down opposition or spread misinformation?

ROSA is designed with privacy and safeguards at its core. Cells can operate anonymously if needed, communications are encrypted, and no central database of members exists. Misinformation attempts are countered through fact-checking, transparency, and cross-cell verification. Authoritarians thrive on control — ROSA thrives on distributed trust.

15. What if I live in a small town or rural area?

ROSA works anywhere. In fact, local cells in smaller communities are often the most powerful, because they know their neighbors and can act fast. Democracy is defended at the doorstep, not only in capitals.

16. What if my country is not yet in crisis?

That’s the best time to get involved. Democracy doesn’t collapse overnight — it erodes slowly. Preparing now makes your community stronger before it’s too late.

17. How does ROSA connect local and global?

Think local-first, global-strong. Each cell acts locally, but is visible in the global network. That way, small actions are not isolated — they add up to a powerful movement across borders.

18. How can I contribute right now?

[1] https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Compass_rose

The ROSA Network Team – Resist. Organize. Safeguard. Act.
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