these financial and operational structures. 2.​ Knowledge-sharing: A key factor in holding powerful institutions accountable is ensuring that CSOs have the necessary information and tools to do so. The coalition may focus on demystifying digital policy, making it more accessible to activists, researchers, and legal experts. This includes breaking down complex regulatory frameworks, sharing best practices from successful digital rights interventions, and providing case studies that highlight both effective strategies and lessons learned from past failures. 3.​ Collective Ownership: A successful coalition cannot function as a centralized body dominated by a single entity. Instead, it must be structured in a way that allows all participating organizations to have a voice and a stake in decision-making. This could be achieved through a rotational secretariat, ensuring leadership is shared among different organizations over time; an oversight committee made up of experts from diverse fields, including law, technology, journalism, and activism; a bi-directional feedback mechanism, where all members contribute to shaping policies, projects, and joint statements; and a decentralized hosting model, where in-person meetings are organized in different member countries to ensure regional representation. 4.​ Context-Specific Operations: To truly represent the region, the coalition must be built around the realities of South Asia. This means scheduling meetings in time zones more appropriate to South Asia, using culturally relevant terminology rather than Western-centric legal and policy language, adopting communication platforms familiar to local stakeholders, and ensuring that branding, messaging, and outreach strategies are informed by South Asian history and culture. 5.​ Funding: One of the key challenges for South Asian civil society is its dependence on donors whose Western-driven agendas often fail to align with local realities. While some funders support regional digital rights work, recent funding issues highlight the need for sustainability. The coalition should map out viable funding sources while prioritizing long-term independence through diversified revenue models. Reducing reliance on external donors ensures greater stability and autonomy in advocacy efforts. 28