At Thorn, we believe that young people have the power to create safe, supportive and resilient digital communities together. That’s why we created NoFilter to elevate authentic youth voices in the digital spaces that matter to them. This prevention program aims to educate young people about online risks, change toxic attitudes that shame victims, and equip young people with the knowledge and tools they need to resist online threats.
New! NoFiltr Resource Center
The NoFiltr Resource Center is a comprehensive digital center created by young people for young people that brings together online resources on safety and mental health. Highlighting the voices of young people, the NoFiltr resource center enables young people to explore educational topics related to online safety through editorial and digital content, test their skills through curated quizzes, and develop skills in order to be safe in digital spaces.
The resource center offers five different topics on digital security in an integrated stopper: Sextortion, online grooming, healthy online relationships, digital mindfulness and help-seeking. These include training modules that deal with both abuse prevention And intervention for young people experiencing abuse, with advice on how to practice setting boundaries, talking with peers and caregivers, as well as accessing advice from other young people on digital safety.
Adele Taylor, Head of Digital Programs and Youth Partnerships, said: “Whether a young person comes to our resource center to proactively learn about potential online risks, or arrives in a time of crisis, the resource center will provide help when they need it.”
NoFiltr Youth Innovation Council
Additionally, NoFiltr has a Youth Innovation Council, made up of real teenagers taking on the challenges of modern times. This cohort was instrumental in identifying scenarios in which young people might find themselves. The content and resources they co-create with the NoFiltr team help build a More inclusive and safer internet for all.
NoFiltr will begin recruiting for the 2023-2024 cohort between July and August. Applications are now open.
Impact of NoFiltr
In 2022, NoFiltr had a significant impact, initiating 55,000 conversations with young people about this issue on digital platforms, growing social media followers by 357,000 and getting 239 million views on content. And they’re just getting started.
Read our 2022 Impact Report to discover how we have a holistic impact in defending children against sexual abuse.
This program would not be possible without the support of our donors. Together we can create a world where every child can just be a child.
