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Creating a safer and better internet for children and young people

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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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.

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In the spotlight

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  • BIK news

Engaging civil society in the development of the EU age-verification app

To support the rollout, the European Commission adopted a recommendation in April 2026 urging Member States to speed up implementation and make the EU age-verification app available by the end of 2026. A dedicated developer and integrator hub was also launched to help progress the technical work.
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Save the date: Safer Internet Forum 2026

We invite you to save the date for Safer Internet Forum (SIF) 2026, which will take place in a hybrid format in Brussels and online on Thursday, 3 December 2026.

  • Hybrid

BIK Policy monitor report 2026
  • BIK news

BIK Policy monitor report 2026 published: advancing the BIK+ vision across Europe

The BIK+ strategy, adopted by the European Commission in May 2022, sets out a comprehensive vision to ensure that children and young people are protected, empowered, and respected online. The BIK Policy monitor 2026 reviews how this vision is being realised across the 27 EU Member States, Iceland, and Norway, assessing both approaches to policy making and on-the-ground actions.
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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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  • Knowledge hub insight

How European countries are structuring policies for children in the digital environment

Children’s online protection, empowerment and participation are now firmly on the policy agenda across Europe. Digital technologies are deeply integrated in children’s everyday lives, creating important opportunities for learning, social connection and access to information. At the same time, they can expose children to online harms, including cyberbullying, grooming and harassment, with possible effects on physical health and emotional well-being.

In the spotlight

Title graphic: Age verification solution for all Europeans
  • BIK news

Engaging civil society in the development of the EU age-verification app

To support the rollout, the European Commission adopted a recommendation in April 2026 urging Member States to speed up implementation and make the EU age-verification app available by the end of 2026. A dedicated developer and integrator hub was also launched to help progress the technical work.
  • conference

Save the date: Safer Internet Forum 2026

We invite you to save the date for Safer Internet Forum (SIF) 2026, which will take place in a hybrid format in Brussels and online on Thursday, 3 December 2026.

  • Hybrid

BIK Policy monitor report 2026
  • BIK news

BIK Policy monitor report 2026 published: advancing the BIK+ vision across Europe

The BIK+ strategy, adopted by the European Commission in May 2022, sets out a comprehensive vision to ensure that children and young people are protected, empowered, and respected online. The BIK Policy monitor 2026 reviews how this vision is being realised across the 27 EU Member States, Iceland, and Norway, assessing both approaches to policy making and on-the-ground actions.
A sad child holding a phone and suffering from cyberbullying, and Ally, the SID cartoon mascot, holding a red flag that says "STOP"
  • news

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:
Europe map with people around a paper saying "Rules"
  • Knowledge hub insight

How European countries are structuring policies for children in the digital environment

Children’s online protection, empowerment and participation are now firmly on the policy agenda across Europe. Digital technologies are deeply integrated in children’s everyday lives, creating important opportunities for learning, social connection and access to information. At the same time, they can expose children to online harms, including cyberbullying, grooming and harassment, with possible effects on physical health and emotional well-being.

National trends, issues and initiatives

SIC

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.
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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.
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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

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Online scams and young people: what parents need to know

Ireland

A group of young people sharing in a group

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

Denmark

Two young boys with headphones on and tablets in front of them

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

Belgium

Safer Internet Forum 2023 wrap up

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

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

Parents and caregivers

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

Teachers and educators

Teachers and educators

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

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Latest news

Q1 2026 helplines
BIK Team 23 June 2026

Latest helpline trends: Quarter 1 2026

 The most recent helpline data covers the first quarter of 2026, from January to March inclusive. Data were collected from 27 helplines in 26 countries, and over 17,000 contacts were received regarding online issues.

Hotline trends Q1 2026
INHOPE 23 June 2026

Hotline trends: Evolving challenges and cooperation in Q1 2026

Drawing on data submitted by 28 hotlines across 26 countries, this quarter's Hotline Observatory highlights key trends shaping hotline operations, including the continued rollout of the trusted flagger programme under the Digital Services Act (DSA), the emergence of AI-generated CSAM, and the increasingly diverse online environments in which illegal content is encountered.

Title graphic: Age verification solution for all Europeans
BIK Team 4 June 2026

Engaging civil society in the development of the EU age-verification app

To support the rollout, the European Commission adopted a recommendation in April 2026 urging Member States to speed up implementation and make the EU age-verification app available by the end of 2026. A dedicated developer and integrator hub was also launched to help progress the technical work.

IPDJ highlights digital citizenship and online safety at Portugal’s leading youth fairs
Portuguese Safer Internet Centre 22 May 2026

IPDJ highlights digital citizenship and online safety at Portugal’s leading youth fairs

Futurália, held from 11 to 14 March at the Lisbon International Fair, dedicated its 2026 edition to the growing role of artificial intelligence in education, digital transition, and career guidance. Just weeks later, from 25 to 28 March, Qualifica returned to Exponor with a similar focus, exploring how AI is reshaping learning and transforming the labour market.

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