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.
Articles Archive
Revealed: The shockingly low number of revenge porn prosecutions
It became a crime in 2015 but a lot of people are still getting away with it
28th January 2019
Image Based Abuse Report - Netsafe: Online safety for New Zealand
The report focuses on the prevalence of image-based sexual abuse (IBSA), and people’s attitudes regarding different aspects of it. The findings described in this report are based on data collected from a nationally representative sample.
23rd January 2019
Why the new upskirting law can't stop tech-savvy abusers
Upskirting is to become a criminal offence in England and Wales, punishable by up to two years in prison, and it’s about time.
17th January 2019
How to raise privacy settings on online platforms
Here's all you need to know and the places you need to go to view, edit and update your privacy on online platforms.
17th January 2019
Upskirting Is Finally Going To Be Made Illegal
Brexit hasn't distracted from the bill getting its final stamp of approval.
15th January 2019
What makes men send dick pics?
Four in 10 young women have reported being sent unsolicited explicit images. But what makes some men send photographs of their genitals to unsuspecting women – and is it time for a change in the law?
8th January 2019
What to Do If You're a Victim of Revenge Porn
Being a victim of revenge porn can be traumatizing and have lasting effects, but there are things you can do to take back control. Here are some coping skills, and helpful tips for getting your photos and videos removed from the Internet.
7th January 2019
New National Service Launched to Assist Public in Reporting Online Harmful Content
Over the last 2 years, SWGfL has successfully worked with industry to take down over 21,000 pieces of harmful content. As a partner within the UK Safer Internet Centre (UKSIC), SWGfL is launching a new reporting centre to assist the public in reporting online abuse and harmful content: Report Harmful Content Online.
19th December 2018
National Crime Agency - Sextortion (webcam blackmail)
The NCA's mission is to lead the UK's fight to cut serious and organised crime.
18th December 2018
It's Time The Government Recognised The Harm Of Upskirting And Image-based Sexual Abuse | HuffPost UK
We all need to recognise the enduring and constant nature of the harms of upskirting, ‘revenge porn’ and all forms of image-based sexual abuse. Too often, they are dismissed as not that significant
11th December 2018
It's Time The Government Recognised The Harm Of Upskirting And Image-based Sexual Abuse
We all need to recognise the enduring and constant nature of the harms of upskirting, ‘revenge porn’ and all forms of image-based sexual abuse. Too often, they are dismissed as not that significant
10th December 2018
It's Time The Government Recognised The Harm Of Upskirting And Image-based Sexual Abuse | HuffPost UK
We all need to recognise the enduring and constant nature of the harms of upskirting, ‘revenge porn’ and all forms of image-based sexual abuse. Too often, they are dismissed as not that significant
10th December 2018
16 Days of Activism: Day 16 - Because it’s your human right
It's the last day of our 16 days of activism. Today it's also international humans right day, it is your human right not to be victim of abuse. We believe no one should suffer from any form of abuse and we want to be part of raising awareness of how we can change societies attitudes and behaviours.
10th December 2018
16 Days of Activism: Day 15 - Because it's abuse
Not all abuse is violent. Today's blog discusses the wider patterns of abuse and links to other crimes and offences.
9th December 2018
16 Days of Activism: Day 14 - Because we need to talk about mental health
The sharing of your intimate images online without your consent can have long-lasting and devastating impacts on people’s feeling and overall mental health. The distress, exposure and upset leave most victims feeling extremely vulnerable.
8th December 2018
16 Days of Activism: Day 13 - Because you can report it.
Sharing, or threatening to share, intimate images and videos without consent is against the law in the UK. You can report any of your content that was shared without your consent and here's how to do it!
7th December 2018