What can I do if my friend is a victim of sexual harassment online?

It is important to listen to the issue before ascertaining that the incident is related to an online harm. PHOTO ILLUSTRATION: ST FILE
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SINGAPORE - With technology-enabled sexual abuse on the rise, many may often find themselves unsure about what do if their friends are harassed online.

Earlier in March, the People's Action Party Women's Wing organised a series of talks and launched a toolkit to equip people with skills to respond to victims in a sensitive and effective manner.

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