SurveilSafe

SurveilSafe is an Australian charity registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) and endorsed as a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR), reflecting its commitment to supporting vulnerable individuals and families facing digital and physical security threats. The organisation focuses on empowering those at risk—particularly victims of domestic abuse, stalking, and harassment—by providing specialised services to detect, prevent, and respond to unauthorised surveillance and intrusions into their personal lives.

Digital Defence Initiative: Safeguarding Personal Privacy

SurveilSafe’s flagship project, the Digital Defence Initiative, delivers technical surveillance countermeasures—commonly known as bug sweeps—to identify and remove hidden cameras, listening devices, and GPS trackers from homes, vehicles, and personal belongings. This initiative also includes physical security audits to uncover vulnerabilities and account security assistance to help individuals regain control of compromised online profiles. By combining expert detection with practical advice, SurveilSafe helps restore safety and privacy for those most at risk.

Mission and Vision

SurveilSafe’s mission is to protect individuals and families from the harms of unauthorised surveillance and digital abuse. The charity envisions a community where everyone, regardless of their circumstances, can live free from fear of intrusion, with their personal information and physical spaces secure from exploitation.

Main Objectives

• Detect and remove covert surveillance devices from personal environments.
• Educate and empower individuals to recognise and respond to digital and physical security threats.
• Support victims through evidence documentation and collaboration with legal and law enforcement agencies.
• Advocate for stronger protections against technology-facilitated abuse.

Benefiting Groups

SurveilSafe assists a broad range of people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, adults aged 25 to under 65, adults aged 65 and over, and families. The charity’s services are especially vital for those experiencing domestic violence, stalking, or harassment, where the risk of surveillance is heightened.

Types of Services or Activities

• Technical surveillance countermeasures (bug sweeps) to detect hidden devices.
• Physical security audits to identify and address vulnerabilities in homes and vehicles.
• Account security assistance to secure online profiles and personal data.
• Evidence documentation to support legal action against perpetrators.
• Education and awareness programs on digital safety and privacy.

Through these efforts, SurveilSafe plays a critical role in safeguarding the privacy and security of vulnerable Australians, helping them regain control over their personal spaces and digital lives.