On December 26, 2022, BLAST arranged an idea-sharing meeting, to address the prevailing issue of online violence targeting women and children. Subsequent to the discussions held during the meeting, a platform named 'Cyber Support for women and children -CSWC' was established on 2023, comprising 14 organizations dedicated to safeguarding digital rights.
Since Bangladesh is shifting towards digitalization, the use of the internet has now reached both urban areas and marginalized communities. In that context, the protection of our digital rights is needed now more than ever. A considerable number of women and children endure online violence on a daily basis, yet they refrain from taking necessary measures to address or alleviate the situation.
Many organizations provide various types of support to protect women and children who are victims of online violence. To maintain coordination of the work of such organizations requires the creation of an appropriate platform, where all members involved in the protection of women and children victims of online-based violence will work together.
Vision: Safe online space for women and children.
Mission: Prevention and remedy of online violence against women and children through public awareness, proper implementation of laws & policies and ensuring justice.