Description:
Outline: Internet used by hundreds of millions of people around the world is a platform to debate, network, and share information. But for many including women, non-binary or genderqueer individuals, journalists, activists, human rights defenders, public figures, and politicians, the Internet is a platform where violence, abuse, and trolling against them are flourishing. These individuals/groups are increasingly facing online abuse and harassment that poisons genuine debate and, in some cases, can lead to real psychological harm. This solutions-oriented workshop will discuss how individuals/groups can address and combat doxing online abuse/harassment, and trolling (including state-sponsored trolling). Description: This workshop will: inform participants about the risks of online abuse in the context of ‘information disorder’; help participants to recognize threats, and provide skills development and tools to assist in combatting online abuse. Intended Agenda: Introduction ~ 5 mins Our moderator will start this session with an introduction of different speakers and elaboration on the agenda and background of the workshop. Who is at risk or who is the prime target on the internet? With case studies. ~ 10 mins Moderator will open the session by talking about who are the prime targets on the internet. Moderator will talk about different studies conducted and why these are prime targets. Patterns in online abuse/harassment and trolling ~ 5 mins Recognizing and Responding to ‘Trolling’ and ‘Astroturfing’ ~ 5 mins Digital Safety Threats and Defensive Strategies ~ 10 mins Proposals for responses and solutions at the individual level, by organizations, and by platforms ~ 10 mins Platforms and government policies around online abuse/harassment and trolling ~ 10 mins Round Table Discussion ~ 20 mins Questions and Answers ~ 10 mins We will also open up the floor for the remote participants to comment and ask questions. Our on-site and online moderators will facilitate this session and may ask follow-up questions to encourage participants to interact. Summery ~ 5 mins The moderator will summarize the discussions. Speakers will be able to add final remarks if they wish.
