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Alarm bracelet built to protect activists

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Alarm bracelet built to protect activists


Swedish group develops personal alarm system for journalists and rights activists working in dangerous areas.

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The killing of a Russian journalist has inspired a Swedish human rights group to develop a personal alarm system for activists in danger.

The group hopes the bracelet, designed to endure an assault and send a distress signal by the wearer or if removed by force, will help protect those working in high-risk areas.

Al Jazeera's Linda Nyberg reports from Stockholm.

Source: Al Jazeera

 
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