The latest media reports about intimate image abuse
The world of intimate image abuse is fastpaced and ever-changing, keep updated on the latest news and blogs to stay informed.
Welcoming new research for victims of image abuse
We always welcome research here – we know that intimate image abuse is very understudied which can leave a lot of the victims feeling overlook and undervalued.
27th July 2020
New Zealand's problem with 'image-based sexual abuse' worse than ever
New Zealand's problem with 'revenge porn' is worse than ever. Netsafe says around 300,000 Kiwis have had intimate images or recordings shared without their permission.
26th July 2020
I was a victim of revenge porn — shown to my grandparents, friends, and family
A Limerick woman, who was the victim of 'revenge porn' is campaigning for a change in laws regarding image-based sexual abuse.
24th July 2020
North Yorkshire Police investigating reports of online thread sharing women's intimate photos
Detectives are investigating reports of women's private photographs being shared on a thread on an online forum.
16th July 2020
“My abusive ex threatened to post my intimate photos online – and it’s still not a crime”
Natasha Saunders explains the impact a threat of revenge porn had on her life
16th July 2020
OnlyFans: 'I started selling sexy photos online after losing my job'
"It was through necessity, I needed an income. It wasn't because I wanted to just get naked or post pictures of myself," says Mark.
14th July 2020
Only six cases of revenge porn in Kent led to an offender being charged or cautioned in the last year
More than 95% of revenge porn cases in Kent in the past year have not led to an offender being charged.
11th July 2020
Activists are still fighting to get revenge porn threats outlawed in the UK
The Domestic Abuse Bill has been amended to ban the disturbing ‘rough sex’ defence, but is yet to make intimate image intimidation a criminal offence
7th July 2020
‘Revenge porn’ victims given new support in Belgium
People in Belgium who have been a victim of “revenge porn” will soon have another method to seek legal action against perpetrators in a confidential way.
30th June 2020
Newham police officer dismissed for asking revenge porn victim to send him naked pictures
A police officer has been sacked without notice for committing gross misconduct, after accusations that he asked a revenge porn victim to send him naked pictures of herself were proven.
18th June 2020
Once a target of revenge porn, this Danish activist is reclaiming her identity
We spoke to Emma Holten about her experience of online abuse, and ways to support victims as revenge porn soars under coronavirus lockdowns
8th June 2020
The most urgent threat of deepfakes isn’t politics. It’s porn.
Kristen Bell first found out there were deepfake porn videos of her online from her husband, the actor Dax Shepard. In the videos, her face has been manipulated onto porn performers’ bodies.
8th June 2020
Revenge porn victims are struggling to get Instagram to remove their images despite a rise in cases over lockdown
Victims of image-based abuse are struggling to get their explicit pictures removed on Instagram, despite a rise in incidents over the lockdown period. In some cases, the reported pictures or accounts are left on the platform for days. The distressed victims of so-called "revenge porn" are being told that due to COVID-19, the company has fewer moderators to review reports and are therefore forced to "prioritize content," according to screenshots seen by Insider. This policy change is in stark contrast to evidence that revenge porn cases have increased steeply.
6th June 2020
What you need to know about safely sending nudes
We weigh in with our thoughts about Metro's most recent article on sharing intimate images
5th June 2020
Lockdown diaries: One small step in the office, one giant spray of antibac
Change is coming and not just to the weather. Whilst we all soak up the last bit of sun and the rain finally comes, we all are going to have to begin readjusting. Whether that is taking your children to school and dealing with the adjustments that will bring, or getting back to work in the office, in this new, uncertain landscape. We know it comes with difficulty and anxiety because we are feeling it too.
4th June 2020
Metropolitan Police officer 'asked revenge porn victim to send him naked photos'
It is extremely disappointing to see how a police officer is abusing his authority to harass a victim of a crime, who has already been incredibly violated.
1st June 2020