Thousands rally against online sexual violence, pornographic deepfakes in Berlin
Key Takeaways
- Thousands gathered in Berlin to protest online sexual violence and pornographic deepfakes.
- Collien Fernandes' ex-partner allegedly created profiles under her name to contact men.
- Protest shows solidarity with victims amid heightened attention following a German celebrity case.
Event overview
Thousands of demonstrators gathered in Berlin on Sunday to protest against online sexual violence and express solidarity with victims, amid heightened attention after a German celebrity came forward with allegations against a former partner.
“Thousands rally against online sexual violence, pornographic deepfakes in Berlin The protest highlighted German actress Collien Fernandes, whose ex-partner allegedly created profiles in her name to make contact with men Thousands of demonstrators gathered in Berlin on Sunday to protest against online sexual violence and express solidarity with victims, amid heightened attention after a German celebrity came forward with allegations against a former partner”
A newly formed group named Feminist Fight Club! called for protesters to assemble at the Brandenburg Gate amid a controversy over pornographic deepfakes in Germany.
People held banners that read “Human rights online too” and “Turn the shame around”.
Organisers said some 500 people had registered to take part in the demonstration.
In the afternoon, police put the number of participants at about 6,700, while organisers estimated 13,000 people.
Speakers highlighted the lasting impact of online abuse.
Organisers and aims
A newly formed group named Feminist Fight Club! organized the protest, calling protesters to assemble at the Brandenburg Gate amid a controversy over pornographic deepfakes in Germany.
The protest aimed to address online sexual violence.
Attendance figures
Organisers said some 500 people had registered to take part in the demonstration.
“Thousands rally against online sexual violence, pornographic deepfakes in Berlin The protest highlighted German actress Collien Fernandes, whose ex-partner allegedly created profiles in her name to make contact with men Thousands of demonstrators gathered in Berlin on Sunday to protest against online sexual violence and express solidarity with victims, amid heightened attention after a German celebrity came forward with allegations against a former partner”
In the afternoon, police put the number of participants at about 6,700, while organisers estimated 13,000 people.
Impact of online abuse
Speakers highlighted the lasting impact of online abuse.
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