The article highlights the recent trip to Melbourne, Australia, where a gender violence response project utilizing artificial intelligence was introduced. One of the standout features is the UmiBot, an AI chatbot created by the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology's Social Equity Research Center, which is currently in use across Australia. This technology addresses serious social issues, such as deepfakes, illegal filming, non-consensual distribution of images, and threats, commonly referred to as 'image-based abuse'. UmiBot serves as a resource for victims and related parties, providing them with essential support information.

Upon interacting with UmiBot, users are presented with various options rather than an immediate directive to report to the police. The chatbot guides users on how to collect evidence, understand relevant laws, and notably includes an option titled 'What can I do?'. This feature offers advice based on the user's relationship with the individual involved, suggesting actions to take based on whether they feel safe or know the person well. For those feeling uncertain or unsafe, UmiBot recommends seeking help from trusted individuals or law enforcement, while also advising on steps to take if a comfortable relationship exists.

Furthermore, UmiBot provides information on various reporting avenues, including law enforcement and government bodies such as the eSafety Commissioner and local human rights commissions. The chatbot also offers empathetic responses, understanding the difficulties victims face while waiting for actions to be taken after a report. Nicola Henry, a professor at RMIT who developed UmiBot, explained that a critical design principle was to ensure that the suggestion to report to the police doesn't become the primary solution, catering to victims who may not wish to report directly to authorities. An interesting aspect of UmiBot is its availability for potential perpetrators as well, providing them with resources to acknowledge and address their wrongful actions.