Australian Politics
Michelle Rowland on reducing the harm the internet can cause
May 3, 2024
Minister for communications, Michelle Rowland, discusses tackling online misogyny, social media's role in combating violence, and the challenges of monitoring children's online activities. The podcast also explores enhancing online safety through regulation, industry codes, and technology solutions to protect minors online.
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Quick takeaways
- Engaging positive influencers to combat online misogyny and violent content is a key government strategy.
- Regulating online platforms and recommender systems under the Online Safety Act review is crucial for tackling emerging online harms.
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Government's Approach to Combatting Misogyny and Violent Content on Social Media
The government is delving into countering misogyny and the spread of violent content on social media platforms through innovative methods. One approach involves engaging positive influencers to combat the prevalent negativity online. This initiative seeks to flood platforms with constructive content to dilute harmful influences. Additionally, efforts target particular demographics like teenagers through tailored campaigns on platforms such as YouTube and TikTok.
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