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New Delhi, India – Girl Effect India has launched a groundbreaking initiative, CTRL+SHIFT+RESPECT, aimed at combating the rising tide of technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV) impacting young women across India. As digital penetration rapidly expands, so too does the scope of online abuse, posing a significant threat to the safety and well-being of Indian women and girls.

TFGBV encompasses a range of harmful behaviors, from relentless cyberstalking and malicious impersonation to unwanted harassment and the sharing of intimate images without consent. These actions, often perpetrated through social media platforms, messaging apps, and online gaming environments, leave lasting psychological scars and restrict women's ability to fully participate in the digital world.

“The digital space should be a place of empowerment and opportunity for all, but for many young women in India, it’s becoming a source of fear and trauma,” says [Insert Name and Title of relevant Girl Effect India spokesperson]. “CTRL+SHIFT+RESPECT is our response – a comprehensive program designed to equip young women with the knowledge, skills, and support they need to navigate online spaces safely and confidently.”

What does CTRL+SHIFT+RESPECT offer?

• Awareness Campaigns: The initiative will launch targeted awareness campaigns across social media and in local communities to educate young women about different forms of TFGBV and how to recognize and report them.
• Digital Safety Workshops: Interactive workshops will be conducted in schools, colleges, and community centers, teaching essential digital safety skills, including privacy settings, online reputation management, and safe communication practices.
• Support Networks: CTRL+SHIFT+RESPECT will establish confidential support networks, connecting survivors with trained counselors, legal aid providers, and peer support groups. This crucial element ensures victims are not alone and have access to immediate help.
• Collaboration with Tech Platforms: Girl Effect India will actively engage with social media platforms and technology companies to advocate for stronger safety measures, improved reporting mechanisms, and faster responses to incidents of TFGBV. This includes pushing for better content moderation and proactive identification of harmful accounts.
• Policy Advocacy: The initiative will contribute to policy discussions and advocate for stricter laws and enforcement to deter perpetrators and protect victims of TFGBV.

Why is this initiative so important?

India's rapidly growing internet user base includes a significant proportion of young women. However, they often face disproportionate levels of online harassment and abuse. CTRL+SHIFT+RESPECT addresses a critical gap in support services and aims to create a safer, more inclusive digital environment for all Indian women.

“We believe that by empowering young women with the tools and resources they need, we can shift the narrative and create a digital India where everyone can thrive,” concludes [Insert Name and Title of relevant Girl Effect India spokesperson].

Learn more about CTRL+SHIFT+RESPECT and how you can get involved: [Insert Website Link/Social Media Handles]