Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Production of Child Sexual Abuse Imagery
Read IWF's report into how AI is being used to create child sexual abuse imagery.
Read moreProfessional Guides: Understanding and Responding to AI-Generated Child Sexual Abuse Material
The rapid evolution of Artificial Intelligence (AI) brings numerous benefits, but also poses significant risks, particularly concerning the creation and sharing of child sexual abuse material (CSAM), also referred to as AI-CSAM. IWF were one of the first organisations to identify AI-CSAM online which led to our report on the production of this type of criminal material. We are committed to equipping professionals like you with the knowledge and tools needed to safeguard children and young people from this growing threat.
Our comprehensive guides, developed in collaboration with the National Crime Agency (NCA), provide essential information on understanding, identifying and responding to incidents involving AI-CSAM.
Under UK law, AI-CSAM is illegal, regardless of how it's created or its photorealism.
Why are these guides crucial for professionals?
- Stay Informed: Learn about the various ways AI can be misused to create child sexual abuse imagery, including the manipulation of existing images or the generation of entirely new content.
- Understand the Law: Gain clarity on the legal implications of AI-child sexual abuse material, which is considered illegal even if it's not photorealistic.
- Effective Response: Access clear guidance on how to respond to incidents involving AI-CSAM, treating them with the same urgency and care as any other child sexual abuse issue. This includes reporting procedures and crucial "dos and don'ts" when encountering such material.
- Support for Victims: Learn about providing wellbeing support to victims, who may experience significant emotional and psychological impact.
Download the professional's guide to AI child sexual abuse material
Our free, region-specific guides equip professionals with critical knowledge to identify, report and combat AI-generated child sexual abuse imagery, ensuring children and young people are protected in our increasingly digital world.
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