Supporting Safer Digital Spaces
Research Paper- Publication Date
- Jun 20, 2022
- Research Paper Type
- Research Paper Type: Report
- Description
It addresses the issue of online harms, focusing specifically on technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV) and violence against LGBTQ+ individuals. It is based on a comprehensive research project by the Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI) and the International Development Research Centre (IDRC). Key points include:
- Prevalence of Online Harms: The research highlights the widespread nature of online harassment, cyberstalking, and non-consensual sharing of intimate images, affecting women and LGBTQ+ individuals.
- Impact Analysis: The document provides data showing that online harms disproportionately impact women, transgender, and gender-diverse individuals, leading to significant mental health issues and safety concerns.
- Survey Findings: A large-scale international survey conducted across 18 countries, primarily in the Global South, reveals that a significant number of participants experienced various forms of online harm, with women and LGBTQ+ people reporting more severe impacts.
- Policy Recommendations: The report offers policy suggestions aimed at governments, tech companies, and civil society organizations to improve digital safety. These include better regulation of social media platforms, educational initiatives, and stronger legal protections.
- Intersectionality: The document emphasizes the compounded vulnerabilities faced by individuals who belong to multiple marginalized groups, such as women of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people with disabilities.
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- Publisher
- Language
- English
- ID
- AHV5663-9497
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