Impact on Advocates
Advocates who support survivors must now address both physical safety and digital safety.
Technology-facilitated abuse presents challenges such as:
Digital safety planning
Advocates must help survivors identify potential digital threats, including spyware, account access, and location tracking.
Complex technology concerns
Advocates may need to understand apps, devices, privacy settings, and emerging technologies used by abusers.
Balancing safety and access
Survivors rely on technology for work, school, and communication, so safety strategies must minimize harm without cutting off essential connections.
Increased demand for support
As technology-facilitated abuse becomes more common, advocates must expand services and training to address these issues.