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Amazing work by team Meta ! Three cheers to the team ! We encourage you to look into India as well. Cases are spiking by the day. The number of victims keeps on increasing, across age goups, across demographics, it needs severe attention 🙏🏽 https://lnkd.in/erZhnUf7

Pratishtha Arora Ami Kumar Vikram Singh Arnika Singh Are the platforms fulfilling the responsibility to safeguard its youngest users? Despite numerous reports and concerns, child-related problematic content continues to thrive on the platform. This negligence puts countless children at risk, and it’s time for Meta to respond to this. The inaction on this critical issue is unacceptable. We must hold them accountable and ensure that platforms are a safer space for our children. It’s time for Meta to prioritize the safety and well-being of its youngest users.

In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Mashilo Boloka, the CEO of the Films and Publication Board (FPB), to discuss his extensive work and the critical issues surrounding online content regulation. With the rapid evolution of digital technologies, protecting children from inappropriate and harmful content has become more challenging than ever. Mashilo Boloka shares his insights and experiences in navigating these complexities to ensure a safer digital environment for the younger generation. As you go through his journey that has shaped his work in online content regulation you will also see he talks about: Emerging Trends and Challenges: Insights into the evolving digital landscape and the challenges posed by new technologies in regulating child content. Age Restrictions and Content Protection: A look at how the FPB determines and imposes age restrictions on films and publications to safeguard children. Collaboration Efforts: How the FPB collaborates with national and international organizations to combat the spread of child exploitation material. Challenges and Solutions: An exploration of the biggest challenges faced by the FPB in regulating content to protect children and the strategies being employed to address these issues. Educational Initiatives: Steps taken by the FPB to educate parents, educators, and children about safe media consumption practices. Measuring Impact: How the FPB measures the effectiveness of its regulations and initiatives on child safety. Global Trust and Safety: Addressing trust and safety issues on a global scale and how experts can collaborate more prominently to enhance child protection worldwide. Watch full Episode: https://lnkd.in/djMEMJ2k

The budget session is important time post the formation of a new government. We are hopeful that child safety issues are addressed with allocation of adequate resources. Pratishtha Arora CEO speaks about lack of existing funds as our nation grapples with a significant rise in cyber crimes. While Honorable Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman present the financial budget we at Social & Media Matters take a moment to address the growing cyber threat landscape. We put our request for: 1. Training of police personnel  2. ⁠Specialised forces and units 3. Awareness Programs in Educational Institutions 4. Advanced Detection Tools for CSAM and Sextortion We have also written a blog on it, read here: https://lnkd.in/dKZGKmB5 #BudgetSession #CyberBudget #UnionBudget #Budget2024 #InternetSafety #CyberSafety #CybersmSecurity #CyberDevelopment #CSAM #ChildSafety

Calling All Digital Citizens | Social and Media Matters is dedicated to creating comprehensive threat reports to submit to the government, aiming to enforce stringent actions and develop robust strategies against emerging cyber crimes. We need your help! If you come across any problematic content on social media, please share the links with us. Together, we can make the digital world a safer place for everyone. Add link here: https://lnkd.in/d55mPcRS #CyberSafety #ReportCyberCrimes #DigitalSafety #SocialMediaMatters Ami Kumar Pratishtha Arora Vikram Singh Arnika Singh

This interview features David Sullivan, the esteemed Director of Digital Trust and Safety Partnership. In this insightful conversation, he shares his journey and expertise in the ever-evolving field of digital trust and safety. In this exclusive interview, David delves into the personal experiences that have shaped his approach to ensuring a safer online environment and discusses the current initiatives he is spearheading to enhance trust and safety in the digital landscape. Key discussion points include: His experiences that influenced his career and approach to trust and safety. Insights into the cutting-edge projects and strategies being implemented to promote online safety. Perspective on the role of governments that should be played in regulating internet trust and safety. How to strike the right balance between regulation and innovation in the tech industry. Explore the debate on content moderation and the liabilities associated with professional moderation. Learn how human rights are prioritized in digital trust and safety efforts. Advice for future leaders in the field of digital trust and safety. How individuals can better understand and support digital trust and safety efforts. Watch Full Episode: https://lnkd.in/d5WkWgX3

We are thrilled to be meeting Katie Harbath at the #TrustCon #SanFrancisco | She was our first guest at Social and Media Matters Talks 😇 Watch the conversation here: https://lnkd.in/dgzXq5wh We have Ami Kumar representing the team there! Trust & Safety Professional Association

An insightful conversation with Meena Kotwal, a renowned Dalit journalist, human rights defender, and the founder of The The Mooknayak. In this interview, Meena discusses the pervasive issue of caste-based abuse in online spaces, the involvement of families in perpetuating this abuse, and the immense stress it causes. Despite these challenges, Meena remains unwavering in her mission to raise her voice against caste-based atrocities and advocate for social justice. We spoke with her on: Caste-based abuse online: Meena Kotwal discusses the pervasive issue of caste-based abuse in online spaces, shedding light on its impact on marginalized communities. Dalit rights: The conversation highlights her relentless efforts in defending Dalit rights and raising awareness about their struggles and achievements. Caste discrimination: The interview delves into the persistent issue of caste discrimination, exploring its various manifestations and impact on society. Online harassment: Meena discusses the prevalence of online harassment, particularly targeting Dalits, and the involvement of families in perpetuating this abuse. Advocacy and Resilience: Despite facing immense stress and challenges, she remains unwavering in her mission to advocate for social justice and resilience against caste-based atrocities.

In this eye-opening conversation between Vikram Singh and Ami Kumar, they delve into the disturbing rise of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) in India, which ranks highest globally in the creation and consumption of such content. Their discussion uncovers the alarming prevalence of CSAM on popular social media platforms like Instagram and Telegram, where offenders exploit these networks to distribute illicit material. Key Points Discussed: 1. Factors Driving the Rise of CSAM in India: We explore the social, technological, and economic factors contributing to India's position as a global hotspot for CSAM. 2. Exploitation of Social Media Platforms: How platforms like Instagram and Telegram are being misused for CSAM distribution and the challenges authorities face in combating this issue. 3. Challenges in Prosecuting and Removing CSAM: The technical, legal, and resource-related hurdles that hinder successful prosecution and removal of CSAM content online. 4. Impact on Victims: The immediate and long-term effects on victims and the support systems in place to help them cope with the trauma. 5. Collaborative Efforts and Public Role: The multi-stakeholder approach involving law enforcement, social media platforms, and civil society organizations to combat CSAM, and how the public can contribute to these efforts.

Ami Kumar will be at Trust Con in San Francisco! The team has been working hard to develop frameworks on #Child #OnlineSafety, #HateSpeech, and #Sextortion at the moment and this will be a great platform to share it with peers. If you’re attending Trust Con, we would love to chat more about our work and learn about yours. Let’s set up a meet-up now! Trust & Safety Professional Association #TrustCon #CyberSecurity #SanFrancisco #TrustAndSafety