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We've posted an overview and recommendations with regard to the passing of the "Take It Down Act" which mandates removal of non-consensual intimate images and videos, and deepfakes, within 48 hours of reporting.

We will update the post as we get more insight. This is of interest to US-based service providers, as well as any services that have vendors or payment processors in the US.

https://connect.iftas.org/library/legal-regulatory/take-it-down-act-2025-usa/

IFTAS Connect is a private, supportive space for moderators, admins, community managers and trust and safety leads across the Fediverse.

If you're working to keep your community safe, you're not alone.

Join us: https://connect.iftas.org

#FediMods #MastoMods #TrustAndSafety #Moderation

📝 Our April 2025 Community Round-Up is live!

From updates in moderation tools to community-led initiatives across the Fediverse, here's what’s been happening, and what’s ahead.

Catch up on the latest from the IFTAS Connect community:
https://connect.iftas.org/news/connect/april-2025-connect-community-round-up/

#Fediverse #Moderation #TrustAndSafety #IFTASConnect

How you can help keep IFTAS going:

1. Spread the word: Raising awareness about our funding challenges can help us connect with potential funders, partners, and supporters.

Share our fundraising overview (https://about.iftas.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2024-2025-IFTAS-Overview.pdf).

We know most funders cannot move quickly, so for now, we are accepting pledges.

Boosts really help if you don't know anyone personally.
https://about.iftas.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2024-2025-IFTAS-Overview.pdf

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Thank you for the support around our recent announcement about our lack of funding.

Here’s some more detail on what our funding shortfall means for IFTAS and the communities we support.

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2024 saw a range of non-profit organisational growth across the #Fediverse, let's talk about some of the most exciting.
And do let us know if we've missed anything that you're think deserve to be highlighted.

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Promising Trouble is hosting a session with Ali Hall and Andrew Park from Ofcom to discuss the new #OnlineSafetyAct responsibilities for small, low-risk community sites.

All online services need to identify, manage and mitigate risks of illegal content. For some, the risks on their service are low. For others, they may be higher or more complex. This session is designed to support services who think they may be low risk for all kinds of illegal harm.

Register here: https://lu.ma/qijpvfnl

Most Fediverse communities operate on donations, and overall our survey participants are not generating enough money to cover costs.

Very few moderators are receiving any compensation for their labour.

This is your reminder to donate to your admin if you’re able to.

#FediFacts #Fediverse #Decentralisation

Burnout is a persistent issue with one in five moderators report experiencing trauma or burnout this year, underlining the need for wellness and resilience resources.

If you relate to this, IFTAS Connect offers support and resources to cope with many common issues for moderators and it’s free: https://about.iftas.org/2024/05/29/iftas-connect-a-community-for-fediverse-moderators/ .

#FediFacts #MastoAdmin #Moderators
https://about.iftas.org/2024/05/29/iftas-connect-a-community-for-fediverse-moderators/

Respondents to our 2024 Needs Assessment host a collective 4,301,355 accounts - roughly one third of all known accounts (ActivityPub only).

42% of respondents host 100 accounts or fewer; 6 respondents host over 100,000 accounts.

Let’s hear it for the amazing people who area helping create #BetterSocialMedia for us all - thank your admin today!

#Fediverse #OpenSocialWeb