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Cyberviolence is an umbrella term that includes a range of harmful behaviours, such as harassment and bullying, carried out through technology or in cyberspace. This type of violence can take many forms and evolves with technological advancements, continuously posing a significant threat. Women, girls, and 2SLGBTQI+ individuals are disproportionately targeted, making them particularly vulnerable online.

According to Statistics Canada (2023):

Leveraging deep expertise in cybersexualities and cyberviolence, and supported by an advisory committee of expert partners, the project Collective Intelligence: Together Against Gender-Based Cyberviolence by Les 3 sex* addresses an urgent need for research and practical resources to prevent sexual and gender-based cyberviolence.

The project’s primary goal is to create, publish, and disseminate resources aimed at preventing and fighting gender-based and sexual cyberviolence.

This educational resource’s objective is to help raise awareness about the diverse forms gender-based cyberviolence can take by providing clear definitions and concrete examples. It was primarily designed for professionals working in psychosocial intervention.

This practical resource also informs professionals about the wide-ranging impacts cyberviolence can have on survivors, and inspires critical thinking through self-reflection exercises and quizzes. It helps debunk myths surrounding gender-based cyberviolence.

This hands-on resource is designed for ease of use and practicality. It is designed to allow users to record personal reflections. Additionally, it features a detachable poster that prompts professionals and their clientele to deepen their understanding of cyberviolence and provides access to a digital version of the educational resource.

Upcoming.