Targeted Rights Initiative (TRI), a non-profit organization dedicated to combating gender-based violence and promoting digital rights, has launched the #SpeakUpSpeakOut campaign to address the growing threat of technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV) in Ghana.
The initiative seeks to create safer digital spaces for women and marginalized groups by raising awareness, providing support for survivors, and challenging the systems that perpetuate online abuse. With digital harassment increasingly targeting women and girls, the campaign aims to empower victims and foster a culture of accountability in the digital realm.
A Multifaceted Approach to Digital Safety and Advocacy – The #SpeakUpSpeakOut campaign will run for six months and feature a range of activities designed to educate, heal, and mobilize action. These include survivor-led storytelling through powerful quotes and visuals, a weekly online series on digital rights and mental wellness, and community dialogues to engage young people, educators, and parents. Additionally, TRI will host workshops, exhibitions, and a virtual support group where survivors can connect and co-create solutions. “We are challenging the silence, stigma, and systems that enable digital violence,” said Doreen Raheena Sulleyman, TRI’s Executive Director.
Call for Collaboration Across Sectors – TRI is calling on civil society organizations, media outlets, tech platforms, schools, and community leaders to join the campaign and amplify its impact. By fostering partnerships, the initiative hopes to strengthen reporting mechanisms and ensure survivors have access to the resources they need. The campaign will also highlight the importance of mental health support for victims of online abuse, emphasizing that digital safety is a collective responsibility.
A Movement for Change – With the hashtag #SpeakUpSpeakOut, TRI encourages Ghanaians to break the silence around TFGBV and advocate for systemic change. The organization invites the public to follow the campaign on social media via @TargetedRights and participate in its activities. “The goal is to create a digital space where women and marginalized groups are seen, heard, and protected,” Sulleyman reiterated. As the campaign gains momentum, TRI hopes to inspire lasting action and solidarity in the fight against online gender-based violence.
