Latest news and media 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.
Rise in Material Involving Drugging, Covert Filming and Sexual Abuse
While cases continue to remain underreported, we believe they represent only a fraction of the true scale of the problem.
24th July 2026
Revenge Porn Helpline Handles Record Number of Cases in 2025
The Revenge Porn Helpline has released its 2025 Annual Report, revealing a sharp rise in intimate image abuse cases
1st July 2026
Charging for NCII Takedown Services: Statement
We have become concerned about the emergence of services which appear to charge for assistance in removing intimate images online.
22nd June 2026
SWGfL Hosts Global Summit in New York to Tackle Intimate Image Abuse in the Age of AI
SWGfL brought together global leaders, policymakers, survivor advocates and technology companies in New York for the annual NCII Global Summit.
17th March 2026
International Women’s Day 2026: How Intimate Image Abuse Predominantly Affects Women
For this International Women's the Revenge Porn Helpline, as part of SWGfL, is highlighting how intimate image abuse predominantly affects women in the UK. Find out how you can get involved in the conversation and support the women you know.
8th March 2026
What Is the NCII Register?
In calling for improved protections against intimate image abuse, we break down what the NCII register is and why it is so important.
27th February 2026
Someone is Filming Me in Public Without My Consent – What Can I Do?
We outline what the real harms are associated with this behaviour, how it spreads online, and the limitations of the current legal systems.
13th February 2026
Revenge Porn Helpline Warns About the Continued Threat of Nudification Apps Despite New Legislation Tackling ‘’Deepfake’’ Imagery
Read our response to the latest legislation criminalising the creation of synthetic sexual imagery.
6th February 2026
What to do when your content cannot be removed
This article aims to explore the options of what happens when content isn’t removed and what can be done.
23rd January 2026
Responding to AI misuse and “Undressing” Images on Social Media
We are increasingly seeing reports of individuals who have been affected by the misuse of AI on social media - read our response here.
8th January 2026
Crossover between Intimate Image Abuse and Domestic Abuse
As intimate image abuse becomes an increasingly recognised form of domestic abuse, we explore similarities between the two issues and how they coincide.
23rd December 2025
Introducing the Global Clearing Centre: Strengthening the Global Response Towards Intimate Image Abuse
We are working with the FCDO to establish a new pilot project looking at a Global Clearing Centre for NCII content.
1st December 2025
Revenge Porn Helpline Wins “Helpline of the Year” at the 2025 Helpline Partnership Awards
This honour recognises the exceptional dedication, expertise and compassion our team brings to supporting adults affected by intimate image abuse across the UK.
13th November 2025
New Survey: Public Attitudes Towards Reporting Intimate Image Abuse
We are launching a survey in partnership with the police to hear directly from those who have experienced intimate image abuse and chosen to report it.
2nd October 2025
Revenge Porn Helpline and National Crime Agency release new guidance to help tackle sextortion
The guidance includes a poster, for display across higher education settings, helping students to know how to respond and report FMSE, should they be targeted.
15th September 2025
Lauren's Story - 10 Years Surviving Intimate Image Abuse
Lauren shares her powerful story about being a victim of intimate image abuse over 10 years ago and reflects on her journey and life now in 2025.
4th September 2025