Charity Warns of Rising Online Abuse and Image Trading in UK

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The UK’s Revenge Porn Helpline has reported an alarming increase in the sharing and trading of explicit images of women through online forums, attributing the trend to "systematic deep-seated misogyny." According to helpline manager Sophie Mortimer, men are actively seeking images of specific women from various locations, further exacerbating online abuse.

Mortimer highlighted a concerning rise in reports, with the hotline experiencing a 57% annual increase in inquiries. The charity, marking its 10th anniversary, helps approximately 50 clients daily while receiving 350 to 400 calls per month. Despite revenge porn becoming an offense in England and Wales in April 2015, only 277 convictions were recorded by June 2024.

Recent cases highlight the struggles faced by victims, including a woman who battled for eight years to remove intimate images shared by an ex-partner. The charity argues for broader legislation to make the creation of non-consensual intimate images illegal and strengthen protections for victims. The government has committed to enhancing existing laws through the Online Safety Act, addressing this critical issue.

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