AI and Tech-facilitated Abuse

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Session Description:

AI and deepfake technologies are rapidly evolving tools with significant potential for positive impact. However, they are increasingly being misused to create harmful and exploitative content. Join us for a workshop exploring how sexual violence intersects with technology. We’ll examine how this emerging technology is having extreme real-world impacts on often unknowing victims.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Deeper understanding of AI and tech abuse

  • Understanding of definitions such as Deepfake, chatbots, relationship AI bots

  • How to support those who have been negatively impacted

  • Calls to action to ensure attendees feel empowered, not fearful, for the future

Session Structure:

Lecture-style presentation with optional Q&A

Presenter:

Chris Martin (he/him), Anti-Gender-based Violence Educator, Sexual Violence Prevention & Response Office