Articles Archive
MPs Support #NotYoursToView Campaign Alongside Georgia Harrison
Find out how we presented in parliament to discuss the ongoing issue of intimate image abuse alongside Georgia Harrison
9th May 2024
10% of Reported Intimate Image Abuse Content Remains Publicly Accessible and Legally Available to View Online
The Revenge Porn Helpline has just released it's annual report covering data from 2023
7th May 2024
#NotYoursToView: How We Want to Stop Non-Consensually Shared Intimate Images from Being Seen Online
Find out about the Revenge Porn Helpline's #NotYoursToView campaign encouraging the Government to make the amendments required to ensure everyone affected by intimate image abuse has the protections they deserve.
3rd May 2024
UK Schools Receive Sextortion Alert
The National Crime Agency has alerted schools across the UK around the surge in cases of financially motivated sexual extortion.
30th April 2024
ITV Visits the Revenge Porn Helpline
ITV News recently visited the Revenge Porn Helpline at SWGfL to investigate the alarming increase in sextortion cases.
26th April 2024
Online Safety Support for Safeguarding Professionals
We have outlined the online safety support that we provide, particularly to those within a safeguarding role. Read our article to find services, guidance and considerations.
25th April 2024
Ofcom Data Reveals 1 in 3 Children Aged 5 -7 Use Social Media Unsupervised
The latest research from Ofcom has revealed the current online landscape of children and young people using technology.
23rd April 2024
SWGfL Attends Annual Insafe Meeting to Discuss Collaborative Efforts in Protecting People Online
Find out what happened and what was discussed at the annual Insafe meeting in Poland last week.
22nd April 2024
Reports to the Revenge Porn Helpline Increased by 106% in 2023
New data published by the Revenge Porn Helpline has revealed the extent of intimate image abuse in 2023.
18th April 2024
Government to Criminalise the Creation of Synthetic Sexual Content
The UK government has announced new legislation to criminalise the creation of synthetic sexual content, or 'deepfake' images.
17th April 2024
Meta Announces Tools to Help Protect Against Sextortion and Intimate Image Abuse
Meta has announced new tools being tested to protect young people and adults from intimate image abuse.
15th April 2024
New Interface Podcast: The Importance of Online Safety and Digital Literacy
A new episode of the Interface podcast has dropped, joined by teacher and content creator Mr P and our hosts, Jess McBeath and Ailish Hunter.
11th April 2024
Sign up for Online Safety Live Events - Spring 2024
Reserve your free place for the upcoming Online Safety Live events taking place across the UK and get the latest updates from our experts.
3rd April 2024
Report Harmful Content Sees 31% Rise in Reports Over 2023
Report Harmful Content has published its latest data from 2023, revealing a 31% increase in reports since 2022.
28th March 2024
Instagram Introduces Impersonation and Scamming Alerts
As part of a new feature, Instagram has taken steps to improve user awareness around suspicious activity and impersonation attempts.
26th March 2024
New Guidance Released to Support Schools with Online Reputational Concerns
The Professionals Online Safety Helpline has released new guidance to support schools with online reputational and harassment concerns.
25th March 2024