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International Association of Internet Hotlines (INHOPE)

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1. What is INHOPE?

International Association of Internet Hotlines (INHOPE) is a global network of hotlines that respond to online Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM). INHOPE was established in November 1999 with support from the European Commission’s (EC) Safer Internet Action Plan and is based in the Netherlands. Since then, it has expanded beyond Europe to Asia, North America, South America, Africa and Oceania. As of September 2026, 58 hotlines in 53 countries are active.

2. INHOPE’s Vision and Objectives

Vision: A world free of Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) online

To achieve this vision, INHOPE pursues five objectives.

  • Raise awareness
    INHOPE informs the public about the issue of CSAM and about its member hotlines.
  • Expand partnerships
    INHOPE works with governments, law enforcement agencies, the internet industry and child protection organizations in each country.
  • Expand the network
    INHOPE supports the setting up of new hotlines in countries without one, so that they can become INHOPE members.
  • Exchange expertise
    INHOPE develops operating standards and good practices for member hotlines and shares them across the network.
  • Ensure quality
    INHOPE reviews member hotline operations so that all hotlines run to a consistent standard of quality.

Each member hotline complies with INHOPE’s Code of Practice.

View INHOPE Code of Practice Visit INHOPE website