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Working together to stop child sexual abuse online

We bring together people, companies, foundations, trusts and individuals, who share our passion for online child protection. We come together to talk and act with one voice, to fight for children online, to influence policy and to be part of the solution.

Learn about the various avenues for collaboration and see how, together, we can forge a future where children are protected from digital harm.

We can promise an exciting and engaging partnership tailored to your values, mission and objectives.

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Types of IWF partnerships

Charitable trust partnerships

Seven brilliant reasons why you should partner with IWF

  1. Demonstrate your commitment to child safety online: By aligning with the IWF, your organisation showcases a strong commitment to the safety of children online. This partnership sends a powerful message to employees, clients, customers, trustees and board members that child safety is a fundamental aspect of your organisational mission.

  2. Meet CSR/ESG objectives: Partnering with the IWF allows your organisation to meet Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) objectives, positioning itself as socially responsible. This collaboration enhances your brand reputation by actively contributing to the protection of children online, demonstrating a commitment to ethical practices.

  3. Dedicated partnership team support: Collaborate with one of the IWF's dedicated Partnership officers who, along with the Communications Team, provide comprehensive support. This ensures that your partnership with the IWF is well-supported and aligns seamlessly with your goals.

  4. Bespoke partnership monthly calendar:  Receive a personalised partnership calendar featuring learning and awareness as well as innovative and motivational fundraising ideas. This calendar helps engage colleagues by suggesting exciting monthly fundraising activities. Consider matching funds raised by your staff to amplify their efforts, fostering a sense of shared accomplishment.

  5. Marketing support for promotional activities: Leverage the expertise of the IWF's marketing team to support and enhance any promotional work related to your partnership. This collaboration ensures effective communication about the partnership, maximising its impact and visibility.

  6. Colleague involvement and charity committee development: The IWF will assist in establishing a charity committee within your organisation and identifying champions. This involvement encourages active participation from colleagues, fostering a sense of collective responsibility towards the cause.

  7. Support award-winning awareness campaigns: Engage with the IWF's award-winning awareness campaigns to actively contribute to the elimination of online child sexual abuse. Participating in these campaigns not only raises awareness but also grants your organisation recognition as a dedicated advocate for online safety.

If your organisation is interested in becoming a partner, please reach out to the IWF Partnerships Team. They are available to address any questions, provide information, and engage in discussions. Contact them via email at [email protected] or by calling +44 (0)1223 20 30 30.

When a company, organisation or trust aligns with us, they are doing far more than just supporting our daily operations; they are publicly declaring their dedication to a safer internet for everyone and stopping online child sexual abuse - for good.

IWF in the News

EU failure on temporary derogation puts children at risk

EU failure on temporary derogation puts children at risk

The legal protections that allow companies in the EU to voluntarily detect, find, and remove child sexual abuse material on their platforms are about to expire, as legislative negotiations grind to a halt.

17 March 2026 Statement
CipherOwl joins the Internet Watch Foundation to prevent cryptocurrency funded child sexual abuse

CipherOwl joins the Internet Watch Foundation to prevent cryptocurrency funded child sexual abuse

CipherOwl has joined the Internet Watch Foundation (IWF) as a new Member, bringing blockchain compliance intelligence directly into the global effort to eliminate child sexual abuse material from the internet.

13 March 2026 News
Tik Tok’s bold step puts children’s safety before the rush for extreme privacy - more should follow their example

Tik Tok’s bold step puts children’s safety before the rush for extreme privacy - more should follow their example

IWF CEO Kerry Smith welcomes TikTok’s decision to prioritise child protection over end‑to‑end encryption.

9 March 2026 Blog
Why the EU’s temporary law allowing companies to detect child sexual abuse online must be extended

Why the EU’s temporary law allowing companies to detect child sexual abuse online must be extended

Child safety is on the line - the EU must extend its temporary law before vital protections are turned off.

9 March 2026 Blog
IWF applauds ExpressVPN initiative to tackle dedicated child sexual abuse websites

IWF applauds ExpressVPN initiative to tackle dedicated child sexual abuse websites

New Internet Watch Foundation Member develops purpose-built tool that effectively balances online privacy and online safety.

4 March 2026 News
Sycope joins the Internet Watch Foundation to strengthen protections for children online

Sycope joins the Internet Watch Foundation to strengthen protections for children online

The IWF has welcomed Sycope as a new Member, supporting its mission to stop the spread of child sexual abuse material online.

13 February 2026 News