Fighting Image-Based Abuse

Advocacy
Written By Donna Palomba

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 passage of the federal Take It Down Act, working alongside legislators to shape vital legislation aimed at protecting victims and holding perpetrators and tech platforms accountable.

Listen to hear what compelled Samantha to take action in this podcast.

— In this episode —

  • Process for victims to report abuse

  • Prevalence and impact of image-based abuse

  • Ban non-consensual intimate images, both real and AI-generated

  • Accountability for tech platforms

  • Role of survivors in shaping legislation

  • Support and future action

Donna Palomba
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