O revenge porn na prática de violência de gênero diante das novas Tecnologias de Informação e Comunicação (TICS)

Abstract

The research for this final paper for the Law course at the Federal University of Ceará has as its object of study the practice of revenge pornography (revenge pornography) as a manifestation of gender-based violence against women, analyzing its intrinsic relationship with information and communication technologies (ICTs) and how these are important for the perpetuation and intensification of this violence. The study is based on an interdisciplinary approach, articulating concepts from Law, Sociology and Gender Studies, to understand how historical and social evolution has shaped the perception of notions such as violence, patriarchy and the objectification of the female body. It is worth noting that the historical roots of violence against women, rooted in patriarchal structures, persist and adapt to the dynamics of contemporary societies, marked by the growing influence of ICTs. Through a qualitative methodology, which includes a systematic bibliographic review, comparative data analysis and real case studies, the aim is to draw parallels between new technologies, gender-based violence and the characteristics of revenge pornography. The study also explores how practices such as slut shaming (blaming victims based on their sexuality) are reinforced by these technologies, perpetuating gender stereotypes and increasing the psychological, social and legal harm suffered by victims. The conclusion is that, although the Brazilian legal system has made progress in classifying revenge pornography as a crime, through Law No. 13,718/2018, there are still significant challenges in implementing public policies and raising social awareness to combat this practice. The research therefore contributes to the academic and practical debate on the need for a broader and more intersectoral approach to tackling gender violence in the digital age.