Meta and Pinterest have made significant financial contributions to the Molly Rose Foundation, established in memory of Molly Russell, who died after exposure to harmful online content. The foundation aims to enhance internet safety for young users. Despite the donations, the Russell family has opted against accepting compensation related to Molly’s death, instead focusing on collaborative efforts with the tech companies. The foundation stresses the importance of an improved Online Safety Act, especially in light of Meta's recent policy changes, which have raised concerns about youth exposure to harmful material online.
We, Molly's family, have always made clear that we would never accept compensation consequent upon Molly's death.
The Molly Rose Foundation previously warned that Meta's changes could place young people at greater risk of encountering harmful content online.
The reported donations come as social media companies face increased criticism over the impact of online platforms on children's mental health.
Following the coroner's inquest into Molly's death, we have decided that we will pursue the aims we share with Meta and Pinterest through the Molly Rose Foundation.
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