"“Every organization and individual on our platforms is subject to the same set of rules, and any claims of enforcement based on group affiliation or advocacy are baseless. We also give people the opportunity to appeal decisions if they think we've got it wrong,” a Meta spokesperson told Mashable."
"A prominent LGBTQ+ public figure also told The Advocate they are increasingly concerned that queer creators and LGBTQ+ content may be getting suppressed by platform algorithms, even when posts do not explicitly violate content policies. The person who spoke in a private conversation about fears of retaliation or reduced online visibility said concerns about moderation and algorithmic suppression have become widespread among queer influencers and advocates."
"Critics say Instagram's moderation policies, which many users believe have become increasingly aggressive, disproportionately impact LGBTQ+ creators and sexual health educators. Repro Uncensored, a group that tracks online censorship related to reproductive and sexual health content, said it documented the suspension of more than 100 queer and creative accounts in April alone."
"“These cases demonstrate a broader pattern affecting queer communities, women's and sexual health content, artists, cultural spaces, and even music festivals,” the organization said in a statement. “These accounts function as arteries of c"
Meta is responding to renewed criticism over alleged overzealous censorship of LGBTQ+ and sexual health-related content. Instagram banned a sex toy retailer account, adding to prior controversies involving moderation of queer and sexual wellness material. A Meta spokesperson said all users follow the same rules, claims of enforcement tied to group affiliation or advocacy are baseless, and people can appeal decisions they believe are incorrect. An LGBTQ+ public figure expressed concern that queer creators and LGBTQ+ content may be suppressed by platform algorithms even without explicit policy violations. Critics argue moderation and algorithmic systems disproportionately affect LGBTQ+ creators and sexual health educators. A tracking group reported suspensions of more than 100 queer and creative accounts in April.
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