Online harassment and online violence against women affects any woman with a social media presence, a blog, or just a voice out there on the internet! Trolls, stalkers, extremist bullies, vengeful ex-lovers – these are just some of the categories of people that women have to watch out for when maintaining a vocal online presence. But what does one do, in these situations? Do we go silent? Deactiviate our accounts? Back down? Nighat Dad is a Pakistan lawyer and activist who has dedicated her life to working with girls and women to combat online violence against women, while reclaiming technology for ourselves as well. Come and learn with her what women can do to fight online harassment – without backing down!
Language: English
Age suitability: All ages