SUVA, Aug. 26 (Xinhua) -- Fiji Online Safety Commission has raised an alarm over the growing trend of private communications and personal information being shared on social media platforms in the island nation.
Commissioner Filipe Batiwale said on Tuesday that exposing someone's personal details without their consent can cause humiliation, emotional distress, and in some cases have devastating consequences for individuals and their families, according to Fiji Broadcasting Corporation.
"Privacy, dignity and respect are fundamental to safe online behaviour," Batiwale stressed, adding that while not every disclosure may qualify as cyberbullying under the law, it can still cause significant social harm.
The Online Safety Act 2018 makes it an offence to post electronic communications that cause harm, including harassment, intimidation or humiliation.
It also extends protection against discrimination, including based on sexual orientation.
However, Batiwale noted that stigma around sensitive issues persists in Fiji, making people feel particularly vulnerable when private matters are made public online.
The commissioner appealed to the public to think carefully before sharing or forwarding information on social media, reminding them that digital spaces are not free from accountability. Enditem
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