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.
Gardaí looking into allegations that large number of images of women were shared online without their consent
GARDAÍ ARE INVESTIGATING the uploading of images and videos of Irish women and girls, without their consent, to a number of online forums. Though we really understand the impact has on victims, RPH is unable to support people outside the UK, please contact RCNI (https://rapecrisisni.org.uk/) for advice and support
20th November 2020
Help! I’ve been Snaphacked
Social media can hold a huge amount of precious memories and to have these taken away from you in an instant is distressing. When you add in the threat to share or actual sharing of intimate imagery that was only intended for private viewing, and the consequences are devastating.
23rd October 2020
How do I know if my content is private and sexual?
We know we use “intimate” in our terminology and the term is in itself very subjective in nature; what may be considered intimate and harmful to one, may not be to another. For us though, we are bound by the UK law - this is that the image needs to be “private” and “sexual”.
21st October 2020
I’ve seen abusive images online and I need help in taking them down.
Have you seen something online that looks like intimate image abuse but is not you or someone you know? We know how hard it is to come across something that looks suspiciously like intimate image abuse, but you have no idea who this person is or why they are on there. It’s horrible and we totally understand that you feel the need to act.
21st October 2020
Myth busting October – why are we doing this?
The Revenge Porn Helpline has collaborated with Report Harmful Content and a student-led organisation, Pro Empower on a campaign focused on busting common myths associated with the fields in which these organisations are working in.
29th September 2020
Our university resources are back and the collection is expanding
We have been working very hard behind the scenes to build on our university resources, and we are happy to announce the extension to the bundle we already have, which are now ready to be brought, printed, and shipped from our store.
24th September 2020
'Revenge porn new normal' after cases surge in lockdown
There has been a surge in reports of so-called revenge porn this year, with campaigners saying the problem has been exacerbated by lockdown. Around 2,050 reports were made to a government-funded helpline, a 22% rise from last year.
17th September 2020
Revenge Porn Helpline Cases Surge In Lockdown, With 'Sextortion' On Rise
The UK helpline has dealt with more cases this year than it did during the whole of 2019, with women worst affected.
17th September 2020
Huge rise in reports to UK revenge porn helpline
Sextortion cases have also risen since lockdown, and now make up almost a fifth (18%) of the total cases dealt with by the helpline
17th September 2020
UK's revenge porn helpline registers busiest year on record
Government-funded helpline received equivalent of nine reports a day so far this year
17th September 2020
UK's revenge porn helpline reveals surge in cases
Some 2,050 reports had been made to the Government-funded helpline as of Monday. This represents a 22 per cent rise on the 1,685 reports over 2019 and its busiest year on record. The helpline, run by the charity SWGfL, part of the UK Safer Internet Centre, saw cases almost double in April compared to the same month the previous year - from 122 to 242
17th September 2020
Coronavirus: Revenge porn helpline experiences surge in calls since lockdown
There has been a 22% rise on the 1,685 reported cases last year, making 2020 the busiest year on record.
17th September 2020
Revenge Porn Helpline Offers Resources for Victims of Relationship Retaliation
The Scoop: Perhaps after a breakup, your ex shared private photos taken while you were in the relationship. Or maybe you met someone online who blackmailed you with intimate images taken without your knowledge. No matter the case, UK-based Revenge Porn Helpline aids victims of revenge porn whether they need someone to talk to or want to report their situation to law enforcement. The organization offers advice and resources, posts articles, and answers questions to show victims of revenge porn that they’re not alone or helpless.
10th September 2020
Rise of students posting explicit pictures and videos on OnlyFans platform to fund university costs
Students are funding their university studies by posting explicit pictures and videos to an online subscription service, a survey has found.
9th September 2020
RP Helpline Already Surpasses Total Number of Cases from Last Year
Reports from the Revenge Porn Helpline have shown that in this year already, the total number of cases has surpassed those in 2019, reaching an incredible 1,700 cases by early August. This is a huge number to have on record for this time of the year and goes to show what amazing work the team do in supporting victims of intimate image abuse.
17th August 2020
Queen Mary’s Legal Advice Centre wins Collaborative Award for Teaching Excellence
The Legal Advice Centre based in the School of Law at Queen Mary University of London has won a Collaborative Award for Teaching Excellence (CATE)
6th August 2020