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Empirical Survey: 582 Cybergrooming Cases Uncovered on Meta Platforms

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From Victim to Hunter.
My Promise to You.

I hunt cybergroomers, play League of Legends (Gold Elo!), and write the books I wished for as a child. After 48 years, I found the courage to be myself. Today, I use my voice to protect your children.

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Fiona Harms
OVER 80 OFFENDERS STOPPED

I am Fiona.

Hunter. Gamer. Survivor. Founder of the Schutzschild Verlag.

Why I no longer have fear.

I know what darkness looks like. I felt it for 48 years, trapped in the wrong body, shaped by the shadows of my childhood. To survive, my soul split—today, my DID (Dissociative Identity Disorder) is my superpower.

I hunt cybergroomers not despite my past, but because of it. I sense danger before others do. When I confront offenders online—over 80 so far—it’s not a job for me. It’s my calling.

"You are so damn right. You don't have to wait 48 years to be happy. I walked the rocky path ahead so yours can be gentler."

— we purple You

This project is exclusively funded by people with heart. We are independent, loud, and uncompromising when it comes to protecting your children.

PRESS & AUTHORITIES
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"I have familiarized myself with your work. It largely aligns with the CERES project. I consider such work immensely important, especially to counter the phenomenon on all levels!"
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"Over 60 Offenders Reported – Trans Woman Fights Against Pedocriminals"

"From victim to activist: Fiona Harms from Sangerhausen fights cybergrooming on the web and reports potential offenders. With her books, she aims to bring hope to affected children."

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Kids Corner

"Hello, you wonderful little human!" – Discover with Limi how to stay safe online.

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Youth & Socials

From a gamer for gamers. I know how annoying it is when the jungler doesn't gank—and how to spot the final bosses in chat.

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For Parents

A promise to you: I stand by your children. Discover how we can create safety together.

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Educators

Expertise meets lived necessity. Materials and concepts for courageous child protection in class.

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Basics

What is Cybergrooming?

Cybergrooming is the targeted attempt by adults to contact children and teenagers via the internet to gain their trust and sexually abuse them.

No Accident

It's not a "slip up". Perpetrators proceed calculatively. They often invest weeks or months to build emotional dependency.

Everywhere

It doesn't just happen on the darknet. It happens on Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, Discord, and in popular online games like Roblox or Fortnite.

Psychological Manipulation

Perpetrators use flattery, gifts, feigned understanding for puberty problems, and isolation from parents as weapons.

What Others Say

Echo from the Community

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"I absolutely have to tell you about Fiona Harms and her fight against online grooming! My daughter thought 'Filter der Wahrheit' was brilliant! She has already helped report over 100 grooming cases this way."

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"Finally my parents understand what I mean! The book 'Filter der Wahrheit' really helped us." Tim, 14 years
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"The students all agreed: The lecture was very interesting, approachable, and informative. You served as an authentic role model with your whole personality."

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Interactive Training

Filter of Truth 4.0

Can you spot the deception? 9 realistic base scenarios. Test your knowledge.

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The Modus Operandi

The 4 Phases of Grooming

Phase 01

Contacting

Finding victims in games or on social media. Often via supposed common interests (gaming, pets, music).

Phase 02

Building Trust

Intense attention. The perpetrator becomes the "best friend" who understands everything better than the parents.

Phase 03

Isolation

Creating a "we against the world" dynamic. Secrecy is demanded.

Phase 04

Abuse & Blackmail

Demanding nude pictures or meetings. If the child hesitates, pressure and threats follow.

For Parents: Warning Signs

  • The child withdraws or seems depressed.
  • Using devices secretly or at night.
  • Quickly clicking away when interrupted.
  • New, unexplained gifts/items.

For Kids: Your Shield

  • Gut Feeling: If something feels wrong, it is.
  • Saying No: You are allowed to set boundaries.
  • No Secrets: Real friends don't ask for secrecy.
  • Secure Evidence: Take screenshots!

Interactive Parent Training

Learn in our interactive training how to recognize cybergrooming signals early and find the right words when your child is in danger.

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Creative & Audio

Media Library

Listen, see, and understand. Exclusive insights.

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RTL Feature: Civic Courage at CSD

Fiona Harms in front of the RTL camera at CSD: An authentic, unvarnished look into the importance of visibility, civic courage, and the educational work of the Schutzschild Verlag—taking a clear stand against right-wing backlash.

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The Audiobook: "Shadows in Chat"

A story that gets under your skin. Dive into the world of digital dangers and real strength. This audiobook is not just entertainment—it's a tool for education and conversations.

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🎬 Educational Short Film

The Glass Web – Educational Film on Cybergrooming

A highly effective, emotional short film for schools, teachers, parents, and teenagers. Based on real transcripts, the film unvarnishedly and comprehensively shows the subtle tactics perpetrators use to gain trust and create dependencies online. Ideal as an entry point for teaching units or parent evenings.

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The Song

The soundtrack to the shield. A musical manifesto for courage, self-confidence, and the right to say no.

AI Merle: Creative Outreach Persona

Merle is our AI ambassador. As a digital persona, she helps us address the topic of cybergrooming where it happens: in the digital world.

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Knowledge is Protection

Frequently Asked Questions & Law

Is it my fault?

No! Never. Whether you replied or sent photos. The responsibility lies 100% with the adult perpetrator.

What is Section 176 StGB (German Criminal Code)?

This paragraph criminalizes the sexual abuse of children. Also, influencing children to commit sexual acts (grooming) is punishable (Section 176a StGB).

What to do if blackmailed?

Do not pay! Do not send more! Cut off contact, secure evidence, and go to the police.

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Special Vulnerability:
Cybergrooming and Special Educational Needs

Perpetrators search the web specifically for loneliness and the need for trust. Children and teenagers with special educational needs (learning, social-emotional, or mental development) are often more vulnerable in the digital space. Irony or manipulative networks are sometimes harder to see through. Education must reach everyone.

Concepts for inclusive prevention

Step-by-Step: Technical Security
for Smartphones & Favorite Apps

Whether Roblox, Minecraft, TikTok, Snapchat, or WhatsApp: Here’s how you can make your child's smartphone and games child-safe. Prevent perpetrators from getting to your child through chats or hidden location data.

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On-site Prevention

For Schools & Educators

We support you in creating digital safe spaces.

Lectures & Parent Evenings

Authentic education about cybergrooming, perpetrator strategies, and real protective measures. For parents, teachers, and students.

Workshops & Materials

Interactive formats with the "Filter of Truth" and free worksheets for lessons.

Protection Concepts

Consulting on the creation and implementation of digital protection concepts at your institution.

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Suspected Abuse?

If you believe your child is affected: Stay calm. Secure evidence (screenshots, chat histories). Do not delete anything. Go to the police.

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Unfiltered forensic analyses from over 56,516 chat messages (582 perpetrator conversations), AI trends in schools, and uncompromising stance. When we publish new data or emergency SOPs, you will hear it in the Radar first!

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