INHOPE
Question: What is INHOPE?
Answer: INHOPE is the International Association of Internet Hotlines. It was founded in 1999 under the EC Safer Internet plus Programme. INHOPE represents internet hotlines around the world, supporting them in their aim to respond to reports of illegal content to make the Internet safer. The Internet Watch Foundation is a founding member of INHOPE.The key functions of the INHOPE are:
- Exchange expertise
- Support new hotlines
- Exchange reports
- Interface with relevant initiatives outside the EU
- Educate and inform policy makers, particularly at the international level.
Values
- Freedom of the Internet.
- A commitment to positive uses of the Internet
- Shared responsibility for protection of young people by government, educators, parents and the Internet industry
Goals
- To establish and support effective national hotlines.
- To train and support new hotlines
- To foster ongoing Internet safety awareness and education throughout Europe
- The establishment of effective common procedures for receiving and processing reports
For more information about INHOPE visit www.inhope.org
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