Computer Professionals for Social Responsibility.

• http://www.cpsr.org/

CPSR is an organization of "computer scientists and others concerned about the impact of computer technology on society." They attempt "to influence decisions regarding the development and use of computers because those decisions have far-reaching consequences and reflect our basic values and priorities." Their projects are based on five principles:

• "We foster and support public discussion of, and public responsibility for decisions involving the use of computers in systems critical to society.
• We work to dispel popular myths about the infallibility of technological systems.
• We critically examine social and technical issues within the computer profession, both nationally and internationally.
• We encourage the use of information technology to improve the quality of life."

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