Rebuilding

What is sexting?

Sending someone sexually explicit photographs or messages, whether verbal or in pictures.

What is Sextortion?

Sextortion happens when a person uses coercion to obtain sexual photos, videos, money, or even sex from a victim. Many times, the targets are pre-teens and teens, and they’re not always girls-boys can also be victims. Perpetrators are often current, former, or wannabe romantic or sexual partners attempting to harass, embarrass and control victims. - Protect Young Eyes

You sent a sext. You’re being sextorted. Now What?

Report:

• Report it to the website or app.

• To CyberTipline.org

• To the police.

• To a teacher.

Get Support:

• Ask your Mom, Dad, or Guardian for help.

• Talk to your friends.

• Talk to a trusted adult.

• Talk to a teacher.

Don’t Give Up:

You are not powerless. You are strong. You can take charge of your situation and take back control of your life.

What If I’m Being Blackmailed or Sextorted?

• Stop communicating with blackmailers. They’ll try to use your conversations to threaten and manipulate you-don’t give them a chance. Even if you have already started communicating with them, it’s never too late to stop and report it.

• Block or remove the blackmailer from your contact list. If you decide to deactivate your account, contact the website/apps for help.

• Make a report to the police and CyberTipline.org right away. Seriously. They can help. They may want to see any messages you’ve received from the blackmailer. - NCMEC