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Historically, as victims of online hate, harassment, and defamation attempted to sue their abusers in court, they often found that either the law had not kept up with advances in technology or authorities were unwilling to utilize existing laws. Lenny Pozner’s dogged pursuit of hoaxers and abusers in court has resulted in a legal precedent which makes it easier for other victims of online abuse to pursue their own abusers.

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doesn’t take online hate, harassment, sexual harassment, stalking, doxing (sharing personal details online), and threats of violence seriously.*

Together, through empowerment, education, and advocacy we can effect change and create a safer more inclusive online experience for all.

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  • Legal achievements

    Legal achievements

    Lenny Pozner’s tireless pursuit of hoaxers and harassers who targeted him and his family in the wake of the Sandy Hook tragedy has resulted in legal precedent that makes it easier for other victims of online abuse to seek justice in court.

    Additionally, legislation is changing both in the US and around the world, to better reflect advances in technology.

    Keep up-to-date on legal achievements that protect us all from online abuse.

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    have experienced prolonged online hate and harassment campaigns classified as severe, including threats of violence, sexual harassment, mobbing, pressure to suicide, pressure to quit their job, harassment that continues offline, and stalking.*

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