25/11/2025
for Online Abuse or Digital Abuse
1 in 3
women experience gender-based violence in their lifetime.
16-58%
of women and girls face digital violence.
90-95%
of deepfake videos are sexual images of women.
Misogynistic content in the manosphere is fuelling the abuse and spreading disinformation and hate. When these toxic ideas go viral, they shape how entire generations see and treat women and girls.
Is it really abuse if it starts small?
Yes – digital abuse often begins with “little things”: a partner demanding your password or coercing you to share images that make you feel uncomfortable, constant check-ins, or a person you know sending inappropriate messages, or even anonymous comments that make you feel uncomfortable or afraid.
What should set off alarm bells?
Threats to share private photos if you don’t comply with demands.
Controlling behaviour over conversations and contacts you may have, for example, on your phone.
Harassing and abusive comments or DMs that keep coming even after you block someone.
Fake or doctored images of you suddenly appearing online.
Impersonation, exclusion, or smear campaigns in online groups.
I’ve spotted the signs – what now?
Block and report.
Stop the spread.
Save the evidence.
Tell someone you trust
Secure your accounts.
Seek help.
