Online. Öffentlich. Angegriffen. Was tun bei digitaler Gewalt?

Girls and women are increasingly experiencing digital violence. The City of Dortmund’s Office for Gender Equality is hosting an information and discussion evening at the DASA on July 7. Title: “Online. Public. Under Attack. What to Do About Digital Violence?”

Digital violence against women and girls is on the rise and poses a growing societal challenge. Insults, hateful comments, threats, and targeted intimidation on social media, messaging apps, and online forums are part of everyday life for many of those affected. The consequences range from psychological distress to withdrawal from public life.

To raise awareness about this issue and highlight possible courses of action, the City of Dortmund’s Office for Gender Equality is hosting an information and discussion evening on July 7: “Online. Public. Under Attack. What to Do About Digital Violence?” The focus will be on current developments surrounding digital violence against women and girls, its impact on those affected, and options for support and protection. In addition, there will be time for questions, exchange, and discussion.

Participants in the moderated roundtable discussion include:

• Cordelia Moore, Digital Violence Consultant
• Tanja Young, Child and Youth Media Protection, Dortmund Youth Welfare Office
• Sabrina Beckmann, Istanbul Convention Coordination Office, City of Dortmund

The experts will examine the topic from various perspectives and provide insights into counseling services, prevention, and ways to support those affected in their daily lives. The event is open to anyone interested, including professionals, parents, and individuals who wish to learn more about digital violence and raise awareness of the issue.

Event details:Tuesday, July 7, 6:00–7:00 p.m. at the DASA Arbeitswelt Exhibition, Friedrich-Henkel-Weg 1, 44149 Dortmund. Participation is free of charge. Register online at:https://beteiligung.nrw.de/portal/dortmund/beteiligung/themen/1026837

The event is part of the accompanying program forthe HateAid exhibition“Everything on Offer? – On Hate, Incitement, and Digital Violence,”which will be on viewatthe DASA fromJune 10 through August 30, 2026. The exhibition can be viewed in person.