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Non-Engagement Signals in Content Ranking
Non-Engagement Signals in Content Ranking

Developed in cooperation with Pinterest and UC Berkeley, we share how to use non-engagement signals for content ranking in social platforms.

Exploring the Depths of Online Safety
Exploring the Depths of Online Safety

On January 31, 2024, the US Senate Judiciary Committee held a hearing on child safety online. Following the hearing, Institute staff share their takeaways in this post mortem.

Election Cycle Tracker
Election Cycle Tracker

The Institute launched a global election cycle tracker that highlights how frequently countries hold elections and when their next ones are scheduled. This tool is part of our Elections Integrity Program, led by Katie Harbath, and was developed by Katie together with Ana Khizanishvili for Anchor Change.

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Prevention by Design: A Roadmap for Tackling TFGBV at the Source
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Prevention by Design: A Roadmap for Tackling TFGBV at the Source

While existing solutions to tech-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV)—such as content moderation—address harm reactively, they place the burden of safety on victims. We partnered with the Council on Technology & Social Cohesion to advocate for a proactive, design-focused approach that embeds safety and user empowerment into social media platform design.

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