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Bridging the Gender Gap - Online Gender-based violence

17
April 2024
Zineb Fathi & Theodora Skeadas (ADEL)
Related topics: 
Society
Gender

In this episode, join us for a great conversation with Atlantic Dialogues Emerging Leaders (ADEL) alumna Theodora Skeadas, a public policy professional with a wealth of experience at the intersection of technology and society. Drawing from her tenure at Twitter's global Public Policy team and other professional and personal experiences, Theodora provides insightful perspectives on the complexities of online gender-based violence.

We explore the definition and examples of online gender-based violence, its intersection with other forms of discrimination, and the role of social media platforms and technology companies in addressing it. Delving into legal frameworks and enforcement challenges, Theodora also highlights available resources on the subject, emphasizing the importance of support in combating this issue.

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