Unmasking Cyber Violence: Awareness, Action & Advocacy

Join us for an insightful workshop at Aston University, focused on tackling the growing issue of Cyber Violence Against Women and Girls (CyVAWG). This event is funded by Innovate UK and supported by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology and West Midlands Police and will bring together researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and advocates to explore the intersection of cyber violence, domestic abuse, and gender-based online harm.

What to Expect:

🔹 Keynote Speakers – Learn from leading experts in cyber safety, gender-based violence, and digital rights.
🔹 Expert Insights – Understand the impact of cyber violence, its links to domestic abuse, and how it affects mental and social well-being.
🔹 Panel Discussions – Engage with professionals from law enforcement, mental health, policy, and tech on challenges and solutions.
🔹 Interactive Cyber Escape Room – Experience a unique and immersive game designed to raise awareness of online threats and empower participants with digital safety strategies.

This workshop is open to everyone - survivors, allies, professionals, students, and anyone passionate about digital safety, gender equality, and online security.

📅 Date: 17th March 2025

🕒 Time: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM

📍 Location: Conference Aston, Aston University

Let’s raise awareness, take action, and advocate for change together.

👉 Register now and be part of the movement!

Info: Kickstart the workshop with an opportunity to connect with fellow attendees over coffee.

Info: Dr. Anitha Chinnaswamy – Introduction to the CyVAWG project and the significance of this workshop.

Info: Aston University Senior Leadership Team – Institutional support for tackling cyber violence.

Info: An insightful talk from an expert on the impact of cyber violence on women and girls.

Info: Exploring solutions, advocacy, and digital resilience in the fight against online abuse.

Info: A hands-on session to engage participants in understanding the challenges and solutions.

Info: Enjoy a delicious 3-course lunch while networking with professionals, researchers, advocates and like-minded individuals.

Info: Experts from law enforcement, mental health, policy, and tech discuss the evolving landscape of cyber violence and strategies to combat it.

Info: A tabletop interactive activity that highlights online threats, equips participants with digital safety strategies, and offers a chance to win some amazing prizes!

Info: Final remarks and next steps in tackling cyber violence together.

Host or Publisher Cyber Research Innovation Centre - Aston Business School