Seven in ten women in public life report online violence; increase in offline harm experienced by women journalists

Phys.org12/13/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025

Summary

A report indicates that seven in ten women in public life have experienced online violence, with four in ten women journalists, activists, and influencers also facing offline attacks linked to this digital abuse (Phys.org). The findings highlight a concerning trend of online harassment translating into physical harm.

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Lindy Score Breakdown

35
Age (0-35)
32 days
16
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
6
Tier (0-10)
Phys.org
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score57/100

Score BreakdownRisk 50

Source Reputation: Low-trust source (6/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 32 days - proven survivor

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