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A Dark Place for Women Journalists & Women Human Rights Defenders; Documenting the Experiences of Online Violence in Anglo & Francophone Countries

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This new research that investigates the threats journalists and women human rights defenders face in Cameroon, Congo, Senegal and Uganda to fully and safely participate in increasingly digital societies. Dive into the report and learn about key findings such as misogynistic hate speech, sexists’ comments, body shaming as well as slut shaming being common among the women journalists and WHRDs interviewed. These threats go as far as extending to their families, friends, relatives and networks. Don't forget to engage with us online on what you think!