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An Encouraging Start – Response to Ofcom’s Latest Research on the Online Safety Act
SWGfL welcomes Ofcom’s publication of its latest research on the early impact of the Online Safety Act (OSA) but more still needs to be done.
4th December 2025
Progress from Ofcom, but Stronger Measures Still Needed to Protect Women and Girls Online
Ofcom is setting out a 5-point plan to hold sites and apps accountable for protecting women and girls online.
25th November 2025
Roblox Announces Facial Age Checks for Chat Features
Roblox has released facial age checks for users in a move to reduce inappropriate contact between adults and younger users.
19th November 2025
A Tribute to Baroness Helen Newlove
We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Baroness Helen Newlove, a tireless advocate for victims’ rights and a powerful voice in the online safety landscape.
13th November 2025
England Schools Make Progress on Online Safety But Gaps in Training Remain
The new national analysis of online safety in England schools shows steady improvements in digital safeguarding, but also highlights persistent weaknesses in training.
27th October 2025
SWGfL: 25 Years of Innovation, Safeguarding, and Global Impact
SWGfL celebrated its 25th anniversary with a landmark event at the Royal Albert Memorial Museum in Exeter. Find out what happened.
24th October 2025
New Survey: Public Attitudes Towards Reporting Intimate Image Abuse
We are launching a survey in partnership with the police to hear directly from those who have experienced intimate image abuse and chosen to report it.
2nd October 2025
How Does SWGfL Respond To Safeguarding?
In this article we explore how SWGfL services, solutions, training, and helplines support safeguarding practices.
30th September 2025
Join Our 25 Year Anniversary Virtual Event
Join us on Tuesday 21st October 2025 to celebrate our 25-year campaign. Hear from the people who have shaped our journey since 2000.
29th September 2025
SWGfL at the GEC Annual Conference 2025: Tackling Sexism and Violence in Political Spaces
The conference aimed to address the persistent sexism and violence that undermine women’s equal participation in political life.
22nd September 2025
Take Our Survey: Understanding the Support Young People Need to Stay Safe Online
We have released an anonymous and confidential survey for young people aged 13 to 24.
22nd September 2025
Government Announces Strengthening Online Protections Against Self-Harm Content
Under new rules, platforms will be obliged to block harmful content before it appears, rather than relying on removal after publication.
9th September 2025
SWGfL: 25 Years of Ensuring Everyone can Benefit from Technology Free from Harm
We’re proud to launch our 25-year anniversary campaign in celebration of the people and progress that have shaped SWGfL since 2000
5th September 2025
Ofcom Enforces the Children’s Codes
New regulations from Ofcom have come into effect requiring tech companies to implement measures as part of the enforcement of the Children’s Codes.
25th July 2025
Updated RSHE Guidance Aims to Tackle Incel Culture
SWGfL welcomes the Department for Education’s updated statutory guidance on RSHE and its improved approach towards tackling misogynistic content.
23rd July 2025
SWGfL To Launch Youth-Led Survey to Research Child-Friendly Online Reporting
To explore child-friendly reporting mechanisms, SWGfL is pleased to soon launch a youth-focused survey as part of the Safe Online project.
21st July 2025