Toward Safer Social Media Platforms

Abstract

Social media and the spreading of mobile devices have provided people with access to unprecedented opportunities anywhere and anytime. Yet, this has raised new challenges for users' privacy and safety, which become even more complex considering the different cultural values, norms and perceptiveness that people have regarding the correctness and safeness of online behaviours. In this context, this doctoral research project aims to investigate how social media platforms can empower their users, especially the vulnerable ones, and guarantee them a safer experience. In order to answer this question, I will exploit the interdisciplinary approach of the doctoral school and strong international connections, as well as the feedback I will collect from peers and experts by participating in conferences and in this Doctoral Consortium.