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Better Internet for Kids

The EU strategy for a Better Internet for Kids (BIK+) aims to improve age-appropriate digital services and ensure every child is protected, empowered, and respected online.

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Safer Internet Forum 2025

Learn more about the theme of the last edition, "Why age matters: Protecting and empowering youth in the digital age".

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DSA for YOUth: Protecting minors by design

A campaign raising awareness about how the Digital Services Act and its guidelines on the protection of minors create safer digital spaces for youth.

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Youth participation and empowerment

Children and young people are at heart of the BIK agenda, ensuring that every child is protected, empowered and respected online.

In the spotlight

2026-03-15

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World Consumers Rights Day 2026

The 15th of March was designated World Consumer Rights Day by the consumer movement, to raise global awareness about consumer rights and needs. Celebrating the day is a chance to demand that the rights of all consumers are respected and protected, and to protest against market abuses and social injustices which undermine those rights. World Consumer Rights Day is globally recognised with support from the United Nations and other international actors.

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The EU Action plan against cyberbullying

The EU’s action plan is stepping up actions to tackle cyberbullying and make the online world safer, better, and more positive for children and young people all across Europe. Currently, the available data suggests that addressing cyberbullying has become an increasingly recognised priority in EU Member States: 

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Progress and impact for Better Internet for Kids in 2025

Against a backdrop of rapid digital change, BIK activities throughout the year focused on tackling persistent harms such as cyberbullying, strengthening protections under the Digital Services Act (DSA), and ensuring that children’s voices continue to shape Europe’s digital future.

Knowledge hub insight

Translating the EU Action plan against cyberbullying into practice

The digital engagement and online presence of young people continues to expand worldwide, bringing both opportunities and risks.

In the spotlight

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Celebrate Safer Internet Day throughout February

Organised as part of the European Commission’s Better Internet for Kids initiative, Safer Internet Day takes place every February, with a global focus on the second Tuesday of the month. Each participating country or organisation sets its own focus, often addressing topics such as artificial intelligence, social media, digital well-being, cyberbullying, safety by design, or video games.

2026-03-15

international day

World Consumers Rights Day 2026

The 15th of March was designated World Consumer Rights Day by the consumer movement, to raise global awareness about consumer rights and needs. Celebrating the day is a chance to demand that the rights of all consumers are respected and protected, and to protest against market abuses and social injustices which undermine those rights. World Consumer Rights Day is globally recognised with support from the United Nations and other international actors.

Online

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The EU Action plan against cyberbullying

The EU’s action plan is stepping up actions to tackle cyberbullying and make the online world safer, better, and more positive for children and young people all across Europe. Currently, the available data suggests that addressing cyberbullying has become an increasingly recognised priority in EU Member States: 

news

Progress and impact for Better Internet for Kids in 2025

Against a backdrop of rapid digital change, BIK activities throughout the year focused on tackling persistent harms such as cyberbullying, strengthening protections under the Digital Services Act (DSA), and ensuring that children’s voices continue to shape Europe’s digital future.

Knowledge hub insight

Translating the EU Action plan against cyberbullying into practice

The digital engagement and online presence of young people continues to expand worldwide, bringing both opportunities and risks.

National trends, issues and initiatives

BIK Knowledge hub

Central access point for information, evidence, and policy insights on the impact of digital transformation on the lives of children and young people.

Safer Internet Centres

Connect with your national Safer Internet Centre (SIC) to access resources and sources of support, providing awareness raising, helpline, hotline and youth participation services.

Online scams and young people: what parents need to know

Ireland

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Community, time for reflection, and educational balance: the experience of the Danish digital counselling helpline Cyberhus

Denmark

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Two new ambassadors for the project MAX, the adult confidant for each child

Belgium

Online scams and young people: what parents need to know

Ireland

Community, time for reflection, and educational balance: the experience of the Danish digital counselling helpline Cyberhus

Denmark

Two new ambassadors for the project MAX, the adult confidant for each child

Belgium

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Safer Internet Forum 2023 wrap up

Safer Internet Day

BIK Youth

The BIK Youth Programme offers young people a lively platform to share their ideas on making the internet safer and better for everyone.

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Learning corners

Learn about the issues that matter to you with learning modules and deep dives into a range of digital citizenship and online safety topics.

Children and youth

Discover advice and resources to help you navigate the online world, along with insights into the work of BIK youth across Europe.

Parents and caregivers

Explore information and resources to help you support your children to have positive online experiences.

Teachers and educators

Browse materials for teachers, educators and other adults who support young people’s online experiences in professional settings.

Upcoming events

2026-03-15

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World Consumers Rights Day 2026

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2026-03-20

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International Day of Happiness

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2026-03-21

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International day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination 2026

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2026-03-23

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Girls in Digital Week

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Latest news

Safer Internet Day celebrations in Finland

Finnish Safer Internet Centre 9 March 2026

Highlights from Media Literacy Week 2026: supporting parents and professionals

Recent national studies were used to spark discussion on media use, including: 

Literacy, Media and Citizenship Congress in Portugal

Portuguese Safer Internet Centre 6 March 2026

The seventh edition of the Literacy, Media and Citizenship Congress: behaviours, narratives and human rights

Under the theme “Behaviours, narratives and human rights”, the event brought together researchers, teachers, journalists, regulators, policymakers and civil society organisations to discuss the role of media literacy in a rapidly changing digital ecosystem.

Austrian Safer Internet Centre 5 March 2026

New study: AI chatbots as everyday companions for young people

ChatGPT is the clear number one AI chatbot among young people  Artificial intelligence has become part of young people's everyday lives: 94 per cent of 11- to 17-year-olds use AI chatbots. ChatGPT is by far the most popular application and is used by 90 per cent of respondents.