Image-Based Sexual Abuse: Global Analysis and Legal Responses.

This comprehensive document analyzes image-based sexual abuse (IBSA), moving beyond the misnomer of "revenge porn" to define it as the non-consensual distribution of intimate images (NDII), often driven by power and control rather than simple revenge. It explores the diverse motivations of perpetrators, ranging from financial gain to misogyny, and details the demographics of victims, noting the disproportionate impact on women, young adults, and marginalized groups. The text also examines the profound psychological, social, and professional harms experienced by victims. Finally, it provides a global overview of legal responses—including evolving criminal and civil statutes in the U.S., UK, and Australia, as well as the unique "molka" epidemic in South Korea—while highlighting challenges like jurisdictional complexities, free speech concerns, and the rise of AI-generated deepfakes.