10/12/2025
Hacking is digital violence, and women & LGBTQIA+ people face its worst impact.
Online abuse must stop.
Hello, my name is Priyanka. I work with Point of View.
This year, for the 16 Days of Activism, I want to talk to you about hacking.
Hacking means getting access to your phone, email, or social media accounts without your permission — or tricking you into sharing your OTP and then taking over your account. This kind of digital violence affects women the most. Hackers can steal private photos or videos and use them to threaten or blackmail — such as in s*xtortion. Sometimes ex-partners hack accounts to take revenge, which seriously harms a person’s mental health and sense of safety.
For the LGBTQIA+ community, the risks are even higher. Many people keep their identity private online. But if their identity is exposed without their consent, the harm can be severe. It can also lead to increased emotional abuse and even physical violence.
That’s why there are two simple ways to keep yourself safe:
1. Use strong and unique passwords.
2. Turn on two-factor or multi-factor authentication on every account.
If you or someone you know is experiencing digital abuse, please reach out to the TechSakhi Digital Security Helpline.
Digital violence is real violence.
