Prostasia Foundation @ProstasiaInc@qoto.org

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New Project Coordinator Kristin Soooner joins the team: “I am eager to bring my skills, knowledge, and anti-stigma approach to our program” https://prostasia.org/newsletter/?email_id=134

If the far right are praising the act, it’s time to condemn it and the person using it, and not subject it to media “objectivity” or debate. People fought in World War II so this would never happen again. https://www.wired.com/story/neo-nazis-love-elon-musk-nazi-like-salutes-trumps-inauguration/

Google Scholar has long allowed non-scientific sources in results, giving legitimacy to sexual abuse misinformation. In the most recent case, a homophobic website with outdated and misinterpreted abuse statistics was sent to researchers enrolled in alerts for abuse-related terms

Being LGBTQ in a world that has allowed extremist views to flourish means worrying about politics and terrorism. Sexual violence also disproportionately affects lgbtq people, including children.
https://www.politico.com/news/2024/05/17/state-department-worldwide-caution-alert-lgbtq-00158753

Helping kids is just about the most noble thing anyone can do. But organizations like @ProstasiaInc cannot exist without our supporters https://prostasia.org/donate

If you prefer to support on a recurring basis, consider becoming a member: https://prostasia.org/product/membership/

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This is your semi-regular reminder that Prostasia's evidenced-based approach to preventing sexual abuse is only possible through the kindness of our supporters. And we are one of the few child protection organizations that welcome both LGBTQ+ and sex workers to be involved in the conversation of protecting children. https://prostasia.org/donate/ #prevention

"Increasingly, congressional action and court opinions reflect concerns about controlling private thoughts rather than preventing and punishing direct harm."
https://reason.com/2024/01/26/a-constitutionally-dubious-california-bill-would-ban-possession-of-ai-generated-child-pornography/

"Given the strong constitutional protections for people, including children, to access information without having to identify themselves, federal courts have blocked the laws in Arkansas and California." https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2023/12/states-attack-young-peoples-constitutional-right-use-social-media-2023-year-review

"But there’s also good news: so far, none of these dangerous bills have been passed at the federal level, or signed into law. That's thanks to a large coalition of digital rights groups and other organizations pushing back" https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2023/12/kids-online-safety-shouldnt-require-massive-online-censorship-and-surveillance

Mass surveillance doesn't stop abuse. That's why we oppose attacks on end-to-end encryption that would leave everyone, including children, less protected. With your support, we can fight for policy changes that actually keep kids safe. https://prostasia.org/donate

While some groups have gotten distracted railing against taboo art and privacy enhancements, we've remained true to our mission of keeping kids safe and defending human rights. Support us today.
https://prostasia.org/donate

"If you cannot volunteer, please consider supporting us by becoming a member or through a financial gift." https://prostasia.org/?na=archive&email_id=133

The government doesn't need microphones in your house to stop abuse, so why are they using that excuse to read your private online conversations? Support our work to keep kids safe while fighting mass surveillance. https://prostasia.org/donate

"We're glad to see Twitch working to make its platform more inclusive of artists, allowing their moderators to focus more on content that is harmful or abusive." https://www.dexerto.com/entertainment/topless-streamer-morgpie-praises-twitch-for-new-sexual-guidelines-changes-2430425/

"Right now Prostasia Foundation relies on the work of a few dedicated volunteer support staff. I cannot thank our staff enough for the crucial work they do. But we need more. Get involved today!" https://prostasia.org/?na=archive&email_id=133

"We have a new initiative underway at Prostasia Foundation - the Ask Prostasia Campaign! Submit your questions about Prostasia and about sexual abuse prevention and treatment today! We look forward to hearing from you!" https://prostasia.org/?na=archive&email_id=133

"In other news, I am gearing up to relaunch Prostasia Foundation's podcast/vodcast series, Prostasia Conversations by the end of the year." https://prostasia.org/?na=archive&email_id=133

"Michael Schuls died after getting trapped in dangerous machinery at a mill in Wisconsin. But across the US conservative groups are pushing to loosen laws that protect children in the workplace" https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2023/nov/28/it-should-never-have-happened-death-of-boy-16-at-sawmill-highlights-rise-of-child-labour-in-us