Fighting back against cyberbullies (Emma Sadleir)

For lawyer Emma Sadleir, there are tough cases, and then there are cyberbullying cases. The growing trend is victims are getting younger, and perpetrators are harder to catch. Not even host Nozibele Qamngana-Mayaba is safe, but Emma – an expert on social media law – has some tips for her and others on how to fight back.

Also, if you are affected by cyberbullying or know someone who is, do check out https://www.thedigitallawco.com/blog/ for information on how to handle cyber harassment.

00:00 Introduction to Cyberbullying and Its Impact
00:35 Welcome to ‘Don’t Hold Back’ with Nozibele Qamngana-Mayaba
00:43 The Dark Side of Social Media: Cyberbullying
01:11 Expert Insights: Emma Sadler on Cyberbullying
01:21 The Personal Toll of Online Harassment
03:28 Empowering the Youth Against Cyberbullying
11:32 Legal Remedies and the Fight Against Cyberbullying
15:58 Challenges in Enforcing Cyberbullying Laws
18:50 The Power of Legal Action Against Defamation
20:07 The Serious Allegations and Legal Consequences
22:17 Navigating the Dangers of Sextortion
24:12 Rapid Fire Questions: Scams, Series, and Social Media Personalities
25:15 Guidance for Young Social Media Users
29:45 Celebrating with a Special Snack
31:40 Empowerment and Conclusion

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