Fighting Image-Based Abuse
How the TAKE IT DOWN Act Helps Victims
Samantha McCoy is an award-winning appellate attorney, public speaker, activist, and licensed mental health therapist.
Samantha was instrumental in the recent passage of the federal Take It Down Act, working alongside legislators to shape and promote vital legislation aimed at protecting victims and holding perpetrators and tech platforms accountable.
Learn more about what compelled Samantha to take action in this podcast.
— In this episode —
Introduction to the Take It Down act
Process for victims to report abuse
Prevalence and impact of image-based abuse
Non-consensual intimate images, both real and AI-generated
Accountability for tech platforms
Role of survivors in shaping legislation
Support and future action