INHOPE

INHOPE is the International Association of Internet Hotlines.

The mission of the INHOPE Association is to support and enhance the performance of Internet Hotlines around the World, ensuring swift action is taken in responding to reports of illegal content making the internet a safer place.

The key functions of the Association are:

• Exchange expertise
• Support new hotlines
• Exchange reports
• Interface with relevant initiatives outside the EU
• Educate and inform policy makers, particularly at the international level.

Values

• Freedom of the Internet.
• A commitment to positive uses of the Internet
• Shared responsibility for protection of young people by government, educators, parents and the Internet industry

Goals

• To establish and support effective national hotlines.
• To train and support new hotlines
• To foster ongoing Internet safety awareness and education throughout Europe
• The establishment of effective common procedures for receiving and processing reports