Online Gender-Based Violence (OGBV) is a pressing issue affecting women and girls across various social media platforms. To combat this, it’s essential to know how to report abusive content and block perpetrators effectively. Below is a detailed, step-by-step guide for handling such situations on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and TikTok.

1. Facebook

Reporting Abusive Content:

• Individual Posts:
  1. Locate the post you find abusive.
  2. Click on the three dots (…) in the upper-right corner of the post.
  3. Select “Find support or report post / photo.”
  4. Choose the reason for reporting (e.g., harassment, hate speech).
  5. Follow the on-screen instructions to submit your report.
• Profiles:
  1. Navigate to the profile of the individual.
  2. Click on the three dots (…) near the cover photo.
  3. Select “Find support or report profile.”
  4. Choose the appropriate reason and follow the prompts to report.

Blocking a Perpetrator:

1. Go to the profile of the individual you wish to block.
2. Click on the three dots (…) near the cover photo.
3. Select “Block.”
4. Confirm by clicking “Confirm.”

2. X (Formerly Twitter)

Reporting Abusive Content:

• Tweets:
  1. Find the tweet that is abusive.
  2. Click on the three dots (…) at the top-right corner of the tweet.
  3. Select “Report post.”
  4. Choose the reason for reporting (e.g., abusive or harmful).
  5. Follow the prompts to submit your report.

• Profiles:
  1. Visit the profile in question.
  2. Click on the three dots (…) next to the “Follow” button.
  3. Select “Report.”
  4. Choose the reason and follow the instructions to report the account.

Blocking a Perpetrator:

1. Go to the user’s profile.
2. Click on the three dots (…) next to the “Follow” button.
3. Select “Block.”
4. Confirm by clicking “Block” again.

3. Instagram

Reporting Abusive Content:

• Posts:
  1. Locate the offensive post.
  2. Tap on the three dots (…) above the post.
  3. Select “Report.”
  4. Choose the reason for reporting and follow the prompts.
• Profiles:
  1. Go to the profile you want to report.
  2. Tap on the three dots (…) in the top-right corner.
  3. Select “Report.”
  4. Choose “Report Account” and follow the instructions.

Blocking a Perpetrator:

1. Navigate to the user’s profile.
2. Tap on the three dots (…) in the top-right corner.
3. Select “Block.”
4. Confirm by tapping “Block” again.

4. TikTok

Reporting Abusive Content:

• Videos:
  1. Find the video that is abusive.
  2. Tap the “Share” icon (an arrow) on the right side of the screen.
  3. Select “Report.”
  4. Choose the reason for reporting and follow the prompts.
• Profiles:
  1. Go to the user’s profile.
  2. Tap the three dots (…) in the top-right corner.
  3. Select “Report.”
  4. Choose “Report Account” and follow the instructions.

Blocking a Perpetrator:

1. Visit the user’s profile.
2. Tap the three dots (…) in the top-right corner.
3. Select “Block.”
4. Confirm by tapping “Block.”

By following these steps, you can take proactive measures to protect yourself and others from OGBV on these platforms. Remember, reporting and blocking are essential tools in maintaining a safer online environment for women and girls.