Georgia Harrison MBE: The Unyielding Activist Behind the Campaign to Eradicate Intimate Image-Based Abuse
In a heart-wrenching yet triumphant tale of survival and advocacy, Georgia Harrison, a renowned activist against violence towards women and girls, has been awarded an MBE for her relentless efforts in combating intimate image-based abuse. This prestigious honour is a testament to her unwavering dedication to a cause that has been dear to her heart since she became a victim of such abuse herself.
According to an exclusive interview with GLAMOUR Magazine, Harrison expressed her feelings about receiving the MBE, saying, "When I first learnt that I’d been awarded an MBE, it felt completely surreal. I honestly couldn’t believe it. It took quite a while to sink in that it was actually happening. Since then, I’ve felt a deep sense of elation and pride. Receiving such a prestigious honour is something I never imagined for myself."
Harrison’s journey as an activist began in 2020, when her ex-partner, Stephen Bear, recorded and shared intimate footage of her without her consent. The traumatic experience sparked a fire within her to fight for justice and protection for others who have suffered similar ordeals. As GLAMOUR Magazine reports, Harrison has been championing the cause of intimate image-based abuse, working tirelessly to strengthen laws around non-consensual imagery and deepfake pornography.
The activist’s work has not gone unnoticed. In 2023, she took home GLAMOUR’s Activist of the Year Award at the Women of the Year Awards, a testament to her unwavering commitment to empowering and supporting victims of image-based sexual abuse (IBSA). As quoted in GLAMOUR Magazine, Harrison said, "It’s an incredible recognition, not just for me, but for the journey I’ve been on and the cause I’ve been fighting for. And to have the opportunity to meet the Royal Family – well, that’s something I’ll be forever grateful for."
Harrison’s advocacy work involves travelling across the country, sharing her personal story to educate others and push for change. In conversation with GLAMOUR Magazine, she revealed the emotional toll of her campaigning work, saying, "It’s emotionally exhausting, especially when you’re sharing your personal story over and over again in order to make people understand the importance of consent, digital safety, and justice."
Despite the challenges, Harrison remains resolute in her mission to eradicate intimate image-based abuse. Her efforts have contributed significantly to the recent guilty verdict against her ex-partner, Stephen Bear, who was sentenced to 21 months in prison for voyeurism and disclosing private sexual images. As GLAMOUR Magazine notes, Harrison’s work has helped ensure that victims can now seek justice more easily.
In a powerful statement to GLAMOUR Magazine, Harrison poignantly asked, "How could we live in a world where someone’s worst moment becomes another person’s source of profit? Where consent means nothing as long as the clicks kept coming?" Her unyielding advocacy serves as a beacon of hope for victims of intimate image-based abuse, and her MBE award is a well-deserved recognition of her tireless efforts to bring about change.
As the conversation around intimate image-based abuse continues to gain momentum, Harrison’s work serves as a testament to the impact one person can have on creating a safer, more just society for all. GLAMOUR Magazine has been at the forefront of reporting on Harrison’s journey, providing a platform for her to share her story and amplify her message.
