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Today’s world of technology and social media has altered the world of cyber crime, particularly in relation to stalking.  Whilst most widely available apps are intended to be useful and created to make our lives easier, perpetrators have abused some of these apps for their own gain and to continue monitoring of their victim.  One…

 If you are being subjected to digital abuse, help is available. Depending on whether or not you are living with the person who is harming you, you may choose to take different steps. Make sure it is safe before taking any of these actions. Some actions you take to increase your security or privacy might…

Technology has transformed how we connect, work, and express ourselves. But it has also created new spaces for abuse.  Creating “deepfakes” with AI is one issue that is becoming more concerning. These are manipulated images, videos, or audio that make it appear a person has said or done something they haven’t.  This is more than…

At Aurora New Dawn, we understand how frightening stalking can be. It can affect every area of your life and leave you feeling unsafe and isolated.  Across Thames Valley, we provide a specialist stalking service, offering tailored support to help you stay safe and take back control. Whether you are looking for emotional support, practical…

As domestic abuse response workers, we sometimes meet survivors following them reporting abuse to the police’Often this can be their first time disclosing digital abuse. The first response survivors receive from workers like you, workers like us, is significant. It can shape their experience of feeling safe, believed and supported.  Ensure the following: Provide a…

This year, the theme for the 16 Days of Activism to end Gender-Based Violence is ‘UNiTE to End Digital Violence against All Women and Girls’. The 16 days runs from the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women on the 25th November, to Human Rights Day on the 10th December.  Throughout the 16…

Between September 2024 and September 2025, we supported survivors in 364 stalking cases. 268 of these (74%) included stalking with a cyber element. Stalking is a crime. Are you worried you may be experiencing stalking? Find out about our support here. #16Days #NoExcuse

Today, November 26th, is Economic Abuse Day. As technology continues to evolve, so too do the methods perpetrators use to exploit and control their victims. One of the most powerful forms of manipulation is economic abuse, where an abuser exerts control by restricting or exploiting a victim’s financial resources. This form of abuse can trap…