{"id":11335,"date":"2018-12-02T12:41:45","date_gmt":"2018-12-02T12:41:45","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.phambano.org.za\/uncategorized\/twitter-2018-16daysofactivism\/"},"modified":"2018-12-02T12:41:45","modified_gmt":"2018-12-02T12:41:45","slug":"twitter-2018-16daysofactivism","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.phambano.org.za\/staging\/twitter-2018-16daysofactivism\/","title":{"rendered":"Twitter | 2018 #16DaysOfActivism"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Safety Center is a resource for anyone to learn about online safety, on Twitter and beyond. This resource is a result of our work with online safety experts who continuously help us to promote good digital citizenship. We\u2019re excited to make this knowledge easily accessible to you via this new site. The Safety Center is organized around Twitter\u2019s tools and policies to address your safety, with sections created especially for teens, parents and educators.<\/p>\n

These resources should help you quickly understand how to manage your experience on Twitter and also understand how the community and Twitter take action together when our policies are violated.<\/p>\n

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Your online safety is a shared responsibility, and digital citizenship is essential to fostering a safe environment for all. As Twitter evolves along with the world of online safety, we will continue to create new materials for the Safety Center. And since we are a global community, in the coming weeks the Safety Center will be translated into some of the most-used languages on Twitter and even more languages over time. We will continue to work with our partners around the world to bring the most useful information to the Twitter community.” – Twitter<\/p>\n

[bctt tweet=”#Tech2EndGBV – Learn how to block a Tweet or Tweeter with the Twitter Safety Center tutorials” username=”tech2endgbv”]<\/p>\n

Common Twitter Safety Questions and Answers:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

How do I block a Twitter Account that is harassing me?<\/strong><\/h5>\n

To block from a Tweet<\/b><\/p>\n

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  1. Click the\u00a0\u2228<\/strong> icon located at the top of a Tweet from the account you wish to block.<\/li>\n
  2. Click\u00a0Block<\/b>, and then select\u00a0Block<\/b>\u00a0to confirm.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    To block from a profile<\/b><\/p>\n

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    1. Go to the profile page of the account you wish to block.<\/li>\n
    2. Click the more (three dots) icon on their profile page.<\/li>\n
    3. Select\u00a0Block<\/b>\u00a0from the menu.<\/li>\n
    4. Click\u00a0Block<\/b>\u00a0to confirm.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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      How do I remove triggering words from my Twitter Search?<\/strong><\/h5>\n
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      1. Click\u00a0Settings and privacy<\/b>\u00a0from your profile image drop-down.<\/li>\n
      2. Click\u00a0Muted words<\/b>.<\/li>\n
      3. Click\u00a0Add<\/b>.<\/li>\n
      4. Enter the word or hashtag you\u2019d like to mute. Entries can only be added one a time.<\/li>\n
      5. Select\u00a0Home timeline<\/b>\u00a0if you wish to mute the word or phrase from your Home timeline.<\/li>\n
      6. Select\u00a0Notifications<\/b>\u00a0if you wish to mute the word or phrase from your Notifications.<\/li>\n
      7. Specify\u00a0From anyone<\/b>\u00a0or\u00a0From only people I don\u2019t follow<\/b>.<\/li>\n
      8. Under\u00a0For how long?\u00a0<\/b>choose between\u00a0Forever<\/b>,\u00a024 hours from now<\/b>,\u00a07 days from now<\/b>, or\u00a030 days from now<\/b>.)<\/li>\n
      9. Click\u00a0Add<\/b>.<\/li>\n
      10. You will see the mute time period indicated next to each entered word or hashtag.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Via mobile.twitter.com:<\/b><\/p>\n

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        1. Go to your\u00a0Notifications<\/b>\u00a0tab<\/li>\n
        2. Tap the\u00a0gear<\/b>\u00a0icon<\/li>\n
        3. Tap\u00a0Muted words<\/b>.<\/li>\n
        4. Tap\u00a0+Add muted or phrase<\/b>.<\/li>\n
        5. Type in the word or hashtag you\u2019d like to mute. Entries can only be added one a time.<\/li>\n
        6. If you wish to mute that word or phrase on your\u00a0Home timeline<\/b>, check the box.<\/li>\n
        7. If you wish to mute that word or phrase from your\u00a0Notifications<\/b>, check the box.<\/li>\n
        8. Select whether this is\u00a0From anyone<\/b>\u00a0or\u00a0From only people I follow<\/b>\u00a0(for Notifications only).<\/li>\n
        9. Under For how long?<\/b>\u00a0choose between\u00a0Forever<\/b>,\u00a024 hours from now<\/b>,\u00a07 days from now<\/b>, or\u00a030 days from now<\/b>.)<\/li>\n
        10. Tap\u00a0Save<\/b>.<\/li>\n
        11. You will see a\u00a0muted<\/b>\u00a0icon and the mute time period next to each entered word or hashtag.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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          Online Abuse on Twitter – What must I do?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h5>\n

          Being the target of online abuse is not easy to deal with. Knowing the appropriate steps to take to address your situation can help you through the process.<\/p>\n

          When to report it?<\/b><\/p>\n

          We\u2019ve all seen something on the Internet we disagree with or have received unwanted communication. Such behavior does not necessarily constitute online abuse. If you see or receive an reply you don\u2019t like,\u00a0unfollow<\/a>\u00a0and end any communication with that account.<\/p>\n

          If the behavior continues, it is recommended that you\u00a0block the account<\/a>. Blocking will prevent that person from following you, seeing your profile image on their profile page, or in their timeline; additionally, their replies or mentions will not show in your Notifications tab (although these Tweets may still appear in search).<\/p>\n

          Abusive accounts often lose interest once they realize that you will not respond. If the account in question is a friend, try addressing the issue offline. If you have had a misunderstanding, it may be possible to clear the matter up face to face or with the help of a trusted individual.<\/p>\n

          If you continue receiving unwanted, targeted and continuous replies on Twitter, and feel it constitutes online abuse, consider\u00a0reporting the behavior to Twitter<\/a>.<\/p>\n

          Take threats seriously\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

          If you believe you are in physical danger, contact the local law enforcement authorities who have the tools to address the issue.<\/p>\n

          If you decide to work with law enforcement, make sure to do the following:<\/p>\n