Editing Electronic Privacy Information Center (section)

== Research Areas and Programs ==
EPIC conducts research and advocacy in several key areas related to privacy and civil liberties:
* **Privacy and Data Protection**: EPIC advocates for stronger privacy protections, including policies that limit the collection of personal data, ensure data security, and protect individuals from surveillance and tracking.
* **Surveillance and Government Transparency**: EPIC is a vocal advocate for limiting government surveillance programs and ensuring that government actions respect civil liberties. The organization works to increase transparency and accountability in government surveillance activities.
* **Freedom of Expression**: EPIC works to protect free speech and the right to access information in the digital age. It supports policies that promote open access to information, transparency in government activities, and protection against censorship.
* **Consumer Privacy and Corporate Accountability**: EPIC advocates for stronger privacy protections in the private sector, particularly with regard to how companies collect, use, and share consumer data. The organization supports stronger regulations and policies to protect consumer privacy rights.
* **International Privacy and Human Rights**: EPIC engages in international efforts to promote privacy and human rights, including advocating for global data protection standards and opposing policies that infringe on privacy rights.
* **Emerging Technologies**: EPIC conducts research on the privacy implications of emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, facial recognition, biometrics, and big data analytics. The organization works to ensure that new technologies do not infringe on fundamental privacy rights.