Easy Prey3 Jan 2024

The Intersection of Technology and Domestic Violence with Audace Garnett

The advent of technology has created both advantages and challenges for people trying to protect themselves from harmful situations. Being aware of the capabilities of the technology around us, the data that can be collected, and how it can be accessed can lead us to being physically safer.

Today's guest is Audace Garnett. Audace provides assistance nationally and internationally supporting crime victims and domestic violence survivor organizations. She worked at the Brooklyn District Attorney's Office where she served as Teen Services Coordinator in the Victim Services Unit. She is current a Technology Safety Project Manager with Safety Net at the National Network to End Domestic Violence, where she focuses specifically on the intersection between domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and technology.

Show Notes:

[1:12] - Audace shares what she does with Safety Net and the National Network to End Domestic Violence.
[5:18] - 97% of cases include tech misuse, but Audace explains that domestic violence is very underreported.
[8:06] - Technology is not the problem. It's the person behind the technology that is causing harm.
[9:22] - A common problem is the sharing of images without consent. Victims can report this to StopNCII.org.
[11:42] - Survivors should trust their instincts.
[13:17] - Audace shares some tips on protecting online identification.
[15:54] - A major and unfortunately common concern and problem is location tracking through mobile devices.
[18:25] - Tracking devices like Airtags and apps on smartphones can alert abusers of your location.
[20:33] - Some vehicles also come with integrated GPS tracking.
[22:14] - Although these services and tracking/monitoring devices can be used maliciously, the technology itself is not the problem.
[24:20] - Another technology misuse possibility is abusers interacting in a victim's social media platform as the victim.
[25:56] - The impact of this interferes greatly with day to day life.
[28:11] - The Domestic Abuse Hotline is a space to not only report domestic violence, but they can also help with support, resources, and a plan.
[30:20] - How can community members help with this problem and build awareness?

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