Using Technology to Empower Victims of Online Image-Based Abuse with Laura Bloomer Reckoning

Laura Bloomer is the founder of Redaim which provides technical tools and case management software for investigative agencies remediating online image-based abuse on the internet. She is also a start-up mentor & advisor, and a previous Trustee to UK domestic abuse charity S.T.O.R.M Empowerment.

In this episode, Laura discusses:


What image-based abuse is and why convictions regarding this type of abuse are so low
Accountability measures coming into place to eliminate image-based abuse
The barriers that victims of online image-based abuse face when reporting and how reporting can re-traumatize victims
How technology can reduce barriers to make it easier for people to report online harassment
User safety as a business risk and the trade offs start ups face between growth vs. user safety
The potential for bystander reporting opportunities when it comes to image-based abuse
Positive trends around ethical investing and business practices, and how younger generations are challenging the status quo