Our Head of Advocacy Rhiannon said: "We have a real opportunity to create meaningful change which will lead to #EveryChildProtected + #SafeOnline and victims + survivors facing less revictimisation and retraumatisation. #ViolenceIsPreventable but the consequences extend

The impact of AI generated child sexual abuse images on victims and survivors cannot be overstated. When images or videos of child sexual abuse are created, the permanency and lack of control over who sees them creates significant and long-term impacts for those with lived

This is a extremely concerning report. In August last year Apple decided not to proceed with a program which would scan iCloud photos for CSAM because it instead chose a path that “prioritizes the security and privacy of [its] users”. Apple must urgently invest in trust and

Our new knowledge review on the sexual abuse of African, Asian and Caribbean heritage children identifies learning which could be applied to practice, and highlights the limitations and significant gaps in the research base. Download it here 2/2 csacentre.org.uk/research-resou…

It is encouraging to see Ofcom using their regulatory powers to hold big tech to account. Information on parental controls is not only important in helping Ofcom to assess its effectiveness in protecting teenage users but is vital to help inform and empower parents to make

This afternoon our Lived Experience Group wrote the below open letter. Please take time to read it and share ⬇️

1 billion child victims. 100 days. 1 chance to end violence against children. World Leaders: Make the Global Ministerial Conference count. Urge your Minister to attend and act boldly: globalgoals.org/endchildviolen… #InOurHands #EveryChildProtected

Our ambition, always, is to reach more survivors, and make it known that they are not alone, and they can come to us for free, confidential support. If you can, please give us a share, or drop us a follow so we can continue growing, and offering hope for recovery from abuse.

The news over the past week has been particularly difficult to digest. The events in #Southport and the trial of #HuwEdwards will have triggered many. If you are experiencing flashbacks or having difficulty managing your emotions, please call us or email [email protected]

🚨Don't miss out on your chance to secure Early Bird tickets to the 2024 MCF Annual Conference!🚨 We have an incredible line up and are pleased to give you a sneak preview of what to expect over the two day conference! We will have presentations from: ⭐️Cath Knibbs, Human

It's Tip Tuesday! This week we're sharing tips about personal privacy. 1. ceopeducation.co.uk/parents/articl… 2. talk.iwf.org.uk/know-how-to-us… #SaferSummerTogether

We are delighted to announce that Dr Joe Sullivan will be presenting at our annual conference at BT Tower in November. Buy your tickets here buytickets.at/mariecollinsfo…

MCF is thrilled to announce that Gabrielle Shaw, CEO NAPAC will be delivering a keynote at this years conference in November, talking about the transformative power of language in supporting victims and survivors. Don't miss it! Book your place here buytickets.at/mariecollinsfo…

We are so pleased to be welcoming Dr Elly Hanson to present at our Annual Conference in November on the issue of pornography and Harmful Sexual Behaviour. If you want to hear Elly and our other amazing speakers you can get your ticket here buytickets.at/mariecollinsfo…

MCF is incredibly happy to announce the return of Cath Knibbs: Online Harms & Psychotherapy (PhD’er) to our Annual Conference this year at BT Tower in London. We can't wait to hear more on Cybertrauma and self care from Cath. The good news is that even if you weren't with us last year it's ok.....you have another

Another keynote presentation at this years Annual Conference in London (6th & 7th November) comes from the Metropolitan Police . We will be welcoming officers from the Victim Identification Team giving us an insight on finding the children in the images. Tickets are still available to

📢Participants wanted for exciting new research!📢 Researchers at The University of Edinburgh are looking for participants to take part in a new research project that explores the experiences of victim-survivors of technology-assisted child sexual abuse. As part of the study, participants

Huw Edwards says he recognises "the hurt he has done to those who appear in such images." This hurt is a child being revictimised every time the images are looked at. This hurt is the abuse they experienced while the images were being taken. This hurt is the shame and fear of

Join us at the #SafeDigitalFutures for Children event focused on creating safer digital environments for children. Connect with policymakers, practitioners, youth and survivors as we tackle the challenges of child online safety. 📅 Nov 6, 11 am COT 🖇️bit.ly/SafeOnline_Col…

Childhood should be filled with laughter, not fear. Join us in calling on ministers to make bold commitments to end child violence. Read and share our open letter backed by high-profile advocates, allies, and survivors now: globalgoals.org/endchildviolen… #InOurHands