This page was born out of a painful experience—being harassed, targeted, and bullied online by an individual and her brand. I know firsthand how isolating and disorienting it can feel, especially when the attacks are personal, public, and relentless. But I also know I’m not alone—this behavior has affected others in our industry too.
Rather than staying silent, I chose to turn this negativity into something constructive. Stand Up. Speak Out. is a space for solidarity, support, and empowerment. Here, you’ll find resources to protect yourself, connect with others going through similar experiences, and reclaim your voice.
Because no one deserves to be bullied into silence.
You’re not alone. And you don’t have to stay quiet.
🔒 Immediate Steps for Protection
Document Everything
- Take screenshots (with timestamps) of abusive messages, posts, and comments.
- Record usernames, dates, and URLs.
Report on the Platform
- LinkedIn: Report Harassment on LinkedIn
- Instagram: Instagram Reporting Tools
- Facebook: Facebook Bullying Support
- Twitter/X: Report Abuse on Twitter
- TikTok: TikTok Safety Center
🛡️ Legal Support & Advice
Cyber Civil Rights Initiative (CCRI)
Offers legal resources, emotional support, and help for people facing online abuse.
👉 https://www.cybercivilrights.org
Online SOS
Supports people facing online hate and harassment, including help navigating legal next steps.
👉 https://www.onlinesos.org
Without My Consent
A project with legal guides and practical resources for people experiencing digital abuse.
👉 https://www.withoutmyconsent.org
American Bar Association – Cyberbullying Resource Center
Legal explanations and steps on what’s considered harassment or defamation online.
👉 https://www.americanbar.org/groups/law_aging/resources/elder_abuse/cyberbullying/
💬 Mental Health & Emotional Support
7 Cups
Free, anonymous emotional support via trained listeners and therapists.
👉 https://www.7cups.com
BetterHelp or Talkspace
Online therapy platforms where you can talk to licensed therapists.
👉 https://www.betterhelp.com | https://www.talkspace.com
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
HelpLine: 1-800-950-NAMI
👉 https://www.nami.org/help
👥 Community Support
HeartMob by Hollaback!
A platform where you can share your story, get support, and get help documenting/reporting abuse.
👉 https://iheartmob.org
Rally against Online Abuse (by PEN America)
Includes reporting tools and a field manual for people experiencing online harassment.
👉 https://onlineharassmentfieldmanual.pen.org/
📘 Know Your Rights
“The Field Guide to Anti-Harassment” by Feminist Frequency
A plain-language guide on what to do if you’re targeted online.
👉 https://www.feministfrequency.com/resources