Let's talk about stalking and ex-lovers (and situationships too)

Do you feel like someone is following you online, even though you may have blocked their profiles?

Sometimes, the digital world may not be as friendly as we had hoped. In it, we may be surrounded by violence, discrimination, exploitation, abuse, harrassment and stalking - similar to the offline world. If you're feeling uncomfortable or as though your activities are being monitored and watched, we need to talk about stalking.

At Take Back the Tech! we know there are different realities related to stalking, but a commone one is in our intimate relationships.  This little pamphlet helps you reflect about the possibility of stalking in your life and gives you a road map to think about if your phone might be an accessory to stalking. Remember, if you are being monitored, don't make changes directly on your phone, as this can alert a stalker. Reach out to a friend or a feminist helpline for support and together you can follow suggestions in this brochure.

We especially would like to thank Marla from InterSecLab and Rohini Lakshané for the knowledge and skills shared in our Take Back the Tech! Feminist Learning Circles on stalking and in their writings, which informed the content and recommendations in this flyer. While it cannot go to the depth of our concerns and safety needs around stalking, we hope it can help people begin to observe and reflect if stalking is a concern in their lives, and guide them to initial steps for prevention and defense. Remember before making any direct changes in your devices, seek accompaniment and support.