Technology and Gender-Based Violence

What is it? And How to Help Survivors

Get Involved New York's Power Down Speak Up Campaign

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The New York State Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence launches its "Power Down Speak Up" public awareness campaign to combat technology-facilitated abuse! Power Down Speak Up helps inform youth, parents, educators, and law enforcement about the dangers of this type of abuse and engage them in conversation around prevention and response. Let's work together to keep New Yorkers safe!

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How Can I Help? Know the Warning Signs and the Resources

Red Flags of Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence

A survey of providers showed 97% of those they serve report some level of technology-facilitated abuse in their gender-based violence cases. Sometimes the perpetrator is an intimate partner, but often it is anonymous and unnoticed. In either case, it can be challenging to identify, especially when it occurs over social media, apps, and gaming platforms. Know the red flags and stay vigilant online to keep yourself and your loved ones safe.

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Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence Resources

As technology evolves, so do the resources available for survivors. From services that work to take down non-consensual intimate images to educational materials that help you understand technology-facilitated abuse, keep up to date on the resources available to combat technology-facilitated gender-based violence.

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