USINIPOST

An Online Campaign Addressing Online GBV in Tanzania

Online gender-based violence (GBV) has become a pervasive issue in Tanzania, particularly in regards to non-consensual pornography or revenge porn. With the rise of social media platforms and instant messaging apps, it has become easier for perpetrators to commit online GBV, causing emotional, psychological, and social harm to their victims. In response to this pressing issue, RUFFO has launched USINIPOST, an online campaign aimed at addressing online GBV in Tanzania.

USINIPOST seeks to educate people about online GBV, focusing on non-consensual pornography, revenge porn, and online hate. The campaign discourages the sharing and forwarding of such content and raises awareness about the negative impacts it has on victims. RUFFO has targeted the youth, who are the most vulnerable group to online GBV in Tanzania, in hopes of creating a safer and more supportive online community for everyone.

USINIPOST is not just about raising awareness. The campaign also provides victims of online GBV with proper support by highlighting various avenues for reporting incidents and seeking help, including RUFFO's support hotline. The campaign encourages victims to come forward and seek help, and also urges others to support and stand with victims.

The campaign takes a multi-faceted approach to tackling online GBV in Tanzania. RUFFO is taking the campaign to universities and other educational institutions through online workshops and awareness-raising events. The campaign also involves conducting surveys to collect data on the prevalence and nature of online GBV in Tanzania, which will inform policies and programs aimed at addressing the issue.

USINIPOST also utilizes social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, to reach out to the youth and encourage them to get involved in the campaign. Through engaging posts and informative content, the campaign is creating awareness and empowering the youth to take a stand against online GBV.

In conclusion, USINIPOST is a much-needed initiative to address online GBV in Tanzania. By raising awareness, providing support to victims, and empowering the youth to take a stand against online GBV, RUFFO is making a significant impact in the fight against this issue. It is crucial that we all come together to support the campaign and help create a safe and supportive online community for all Tanzanians. Join the campaign on social media and be a part of the change!