It's not just about nudity warns actress - the complex reality of images and online abuse
Tech companies and authorities are failing women by focusing on nudity rather than consent, says a report by Chayn.
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"The image does not have to be nude for it to be harmful."
— Hera Hussain , Activist
"I lost my voice."
— Mahnoor , Other
Key People
Ayesha Omar is a Pakistani actress known for her work in television and film.
Hera Hussain is the founder of Chayn, a global non-profit organization focused on gender-based violence.
Mahnoor is a university lecturer from Pakistan who became the subject of image-based abuse.
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Tech companies and authorities are failing women by focusing on nudity rather than consent, says a report by Chayn.
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