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Partnership and philanthropy

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 Fundraising 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

Surge in use of ‘game-changing’ Report Remove service

Surge in use of ‘game-changing’ Report Remove service

Child protection analysts have seen a significant rise in reports from children accessing the world-leading Report Remove service run by the Internet Watch Foundation (IWF) and the NSPCC’s Childline service.

10 March 2025 News
IWF appoints Kerry Smith as new CEO

IWF appoints Kerry Smith as new CEO

Ms Smith, who is currently CEO at Human Rights charity, the Helen Bamber Foundation, takes over from Interim CEO Derek Ray-Hill, and will be in post in June.

6 March 2025 News
Security Institute announces partnership with Internet Watch Foundation

Security Institute announces partnership with Internet Watch Foundation

The Security Institute has named the Internet Watch Foundation (IWF) as its charity partner for the year after the child protection group presented at its annual conference in October 2024.

25 February 2025 News
Global leaders and AI developers can act now to prioritise child safety

Global leaders and AI developers can act now to prioritise child safety

By Hannah Swirsky, Head of Policy and Public Affairs at IWF

21 February 2025 Blog
New partnership strengthens Bluesky’s ability to tackle child sexual abuse imagery

New partnership strengthens Bluesky’s ability to tackle child sexual abuse imagery

The collaboration will grant the social media platform access to IWF’s world-leading tools and datasets for finding, blocking and removing sexual abuse content of children online.

21 February 2025 News
New AI child sexual abuse laws announced following IWF campaign

New AI child sexual abuse laws announced following IWF campaign

Tighter rules come as IWF warns AI-generated child sexual abuse imagery reports have quadrupled in a year.

2 February 2025 News