Image-based sexual abuse: an Australian reflection

Asher Flynn; Nicola Henry

doi:10.1080/08974454.2019.1646190

Image-based sexual abuse: an Australian reflection

Asher Flynn
, Nicola Henry

Criminology

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Abstract

Digital technologies are increasingly being used to abuse, harass, and victimize women. Image-based sexual abuse (IBSA)—the nonconsensual taking or sharing (including threats to share) nude or sexual images—is one such form of abuse. Various jurisdictions have enacted laws criminalizing IBSA, but Australia is arguably leading the way, with eight of its nine jurisdictions introducing innovative IBSA laws. This article explores the Australian laws, focusing on their capacity to address the gendered nature of IBSA. While highlighting the importance of these laws, we argue that a multifaceted approach is required to combat IBSA that includes law reform, education, and training.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	313-326
Number of pages	14
Journal	Women and Criminal Justice
Volume	31
Issue number	4
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1080/08974454.2019.1646190
Publication status	Published - 2021

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law reform
nonconsensual pornography
prevention
revenge pornography
technology-facilitated sexual violence
image-based sexual abuse

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Image-based sexual abuse: an Australian reflection

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