Self-protection tips for online harassement.
Being online gives you access to lots of information, but it also means you are exposed to online abuse. If not responsibly handled, the use of messaging apps, social media and other means of e-communication can be a source of harm: cyber-stalking, cyberbullying, violation of privacy, improper information and image sharing may damage survivors’ sense of safety, self-image and self-esteem. Da’esh has used this kind of tactic against persons who have spoken publicly against them or their ideology. There are a variety of ways to address this type of unwanted communication and protect yourself from its impacts. What is cyber harassment? Cyber harassment is a threat via the use of digital technologies. It can take place on social media, messaging platforms and cell phones. It is a repeated behavior, aimed at threatening, scaring, shaming, and silencing those who are targeted. Type of cyber harassment Cyber-intimidation and harassment fall into one or more of the following categories:Harassm...