Elliot Porter @elliot@qoto.org

What does it mean that Prostasia takes a prevention-focused approach? While other child protection organizations work to identify and stop ongoing abuse or provide support to survivors after abuse has occurred, we work to stop it from happening in the first place.

"By scaling back our activities in other areas such as events, consulting, and advocacy, Prostasia was able to focus on its most distinctive contribution: the primary and secondary prevention of child sexual abuse" https://buff.ly/3GUDu6a

It's no surprise that the most controversial child protection organization is led by queer people and CSA survivors. Stigma and shame are used to silence members of both groups when they speak out. But that won't stop us from continuing to fight for the wellbeing of children.

RT @JennenLacey
In his closing, Rep. Stubblefield quoted a verse from Deuteronomy and just said he believes any man that dresses as a woman or any woman that dresses as a man is “an abomination”. So it’s not about “protecting children”. SB43 passes unanimously of out committee.

If you experience harassment because of your work in child protection or a related field, check out our resource guide
https://prostasia.org/project/anti-harassment-resource-guide/

"Now that the alt-right's 'groomer' campaign has become better understood for what it is, and as Prostasia Foundation prepares to introduce its new Executive Director for 2023, the time is right for us to return to the field of political advocacy." https://buff.ly/3GUDu6a

"a major challenge during 2022 was the increasing misuse of the term “grooming” to justify violent rhetorical and physical attacks on marginalized LGBTQ+ communities, sex educators, sex workers, and even CSA prevention researchers and clinicians." https://buff.ly/3GUDu6a

Did you know? Prostasia is one of the only organizations acting as a watchdog for the child protection community. We call out attacks on LGBTQ people and violations of human rights disguised as child protection while continuing to promote evidence-backed prevention efforts.

RT @purity_culture
Do not trust personal feelings of discomfort when it comes to whether some sexual fantasies are "normal"/"healthy" or not.

Believe the research.
Believe the experts (psychologists, therapists, sexologists, etc).

"I find this gross" is not proof that something is bad/unhealthy.

RT @unitedswers
“The headline issue here should not be that a teacher has an OnlyFans, but why teachers, key workers, are paid so little that they must turn to sex work to survive.”

https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/forcing-teacher-to-resign-over-naked-photos-is-victorian-vilification-p8rq36bh3

Many of the groups affected by the issues we discuss struggle to find support. Whether you're a CSA survivor, a MAP, someone who encountered illegal content, or an artist who's rights are being infringed, our Get Help page has resources for you. https://buff.ly/2UWBJOJ

RT @arianajasmine__
I don’t know about you, but child beauty pageants are way more problematic then consensual drag shows.

It can be easy to fall for misinformation, especially when controversial topics like evidence-based abuse prevention are involved. If you think you may have been misled about Prostasia, check out our supplemental FAQ. https://buff.ly/3C2c4qF

Did you know? Prostasia is one of the few organizations taking an evidence-based approach to preventing the spread of CSAM. You can learn about our deterrence project, which has redirected over 200,000 away from abusive content, at the link below. https://buff.ly/3EwS8ks

A recent study finds that CP/CSEM victimisation as a child can lead to anxiety, suicidal thoughts and relationship problems in adult life, but that those who view such material don't often escalate to contact abuse. https://buff.ly/3EKKW2Q

"“I had forgotten what it was like to be afraid for my life because of my sexuality, and that is exactly what these bigots want. They want to scare us back into the closet.”" https://buff.ly/3Qs8gYi

Survivors of abuse are not a monolith. Many have unique experiences, challenges, and coping mechanisms. That's why Prostasia believes that all survivors deserve support and an opportunity to heal in whatever way works best for them, while avoiding any further harm.