SWGfL Magazine Archive
Beyond Borders: Learning from the US Take It Down Act on NCII Prevention
The passage of the Take It Down Act in the United States earlier this year marked a watershed moment in the global response to non consensual intimate image abuse (NCII). Here we reflect on strengths, limitations, and the next steps that must be taken.
1st September 2025
NCII and the VAWG Strategy: Turning Progress into Real-World Impact
The UK Government’s forthcoming Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) strategy presents an opportunity to address one of the fastest-growing and most devastating forms of abuse in the digital age - non-consensual intimate image (NCII) abuse.
26th August 2025
The Cost of Inaction: Lessons from Age Verification for NCII Prevention
The introduction of mandatory age verification for online pornography in the UK was a landmark moment in digital regulation. Enforcement action has already begun, and with it comes an important lesson for the broader online safety landscape.
22nd August 2025
SWGfL Welcomes Robert Bond as New Chair of Trustees
We are delighted to welcome Robert Bond, Solicitor and Industry Commissioner for the UK Data & Marketing Commission as the new Chair of Trustees.
31st July 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
SWGfL Awarded Special Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council
This status positions SWGfL among a select group of global civil society organisations recognised for their expertise, impact, and alignment with UN priorities.
17th July 2025
Family Smart Start: Empowering Safe and Effective Smartphone Use
We are pleased to announce the pilot launch of the Family Smart Start project, developed in partnership with the Family Online Safety Institute (FOSI).
15th July 2025
Deepfake Defences 2: Latest Research from Ofcom
A new publication from Ofcom is examining the impact of synthetic media, known within mainstream media as deepfake content.
11th July 2025
Ready for the Next Step: Responding to Ofcom’s Signal on NCII Prevention
The publication of Ofcom’s Additional Measures codes for consultation marks a significant and welcome development in the UK’s approach to online safety.
10th July 2025
Keeping Children Safe in Education – Department for Education Publishes Draft Guidance
The Department for Education (DfE) has released the preliminary “Information Only” version of Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), with the full guidance expected to come into force on the 1st of September 2025.
8th July 2025
Ofcom Backs StopNCII.org as Best Practice for Tackling Image-Based Abuse
In its latest consultation, Ofcom has recognised StopNCII.org as a leading global solution for tackling image-based abuse.
30th June 2025
SWGfL at IGF 2025: Advancing Global Action on Image-Based Abuse and Online Protection
SWGfL returned to the IGF to speak up for those impacted by Intimate Image Abuse, to push for ethical, survivor-informed systems, and to ensure that digital governance continues to reflect real human experiences.
30th June 2025
Ofcom Enforces Mandatory Age Checks on Pornography Sites
From 25 July 2025, all pornography sites and apps accessed in the UK must implement effective age checks to protect children from adult content.
27th June 2025
Setting a Global Standard for NCII Prevention: The Time to Implement StopNCII.org Is Now
Hash-matching has rapidly become a leading technology for protecting individuals online. Find out why StopNCII.org is now seen as an essential solution.
26th June 2025