Meta and Pinterest Donations to Molly Rose Foundation Highlight Push for Online Safety

The Molly Rose Foundation, established after Molly Russell's 2017 death, collaborates with tech giants while continuing to criticize reduced content moderation policies.

• Meta and Pinterest have reportedly made ongoing, undisclosed donations to the Molly Rose Foundation since 2024, with support expected to continue for years.
• The foundation campaigns for stronger online safety regulations, including updates to the Online Safety Act, to protect young people from harmful content.
• The Russell family has chosen collaboration through the foundation over legal action against the tech companies, emphasizing shared goals for safer online environments.
• Concerns persist over Meta’s recent policy changes reducing proactive scanning for harmful content, which the foundation warns could increase risks to children.
• The Molly Rose Foundation has significantly expanded its operations, hiring key personnel to bolster its advocacy efforts, with Ian Russell remaining an unpaid trustee and leading campaigner.

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