Better Internet for Kids

Every year more and more local leaders are organising activities on (or near) Europe Day, 9 May, helping citizens to recognise and celebrate the European dimension of their identity (local, regional, national, and European). 

15 May was adopted as the International Day of Families by the UN General Assembly. This day provides an opportunity to promote awareness of issues relating to families and to increase the knowledge of the social, economic and demographic processes affecting families.
 

The Youth Dialogue on Internet Governance (YOUthDIG) is the yearly pre-event to the European Dialogue on Internet Governance (EuroDIG) that aims at empowering young voices in shaping Europe’s digital future. Each year, passionate individuals aged 18-30 from across Europe participate and dive into pressing digital policy debates and emerging issues by receiving hands-on capacity building training to actively contribute to EuroDIG and connect with peers through vibrant intercultural exchanges that foster collaboration and understanding.

First organised in 2008 by several organisations, government representatives and experts, it fosters dialogue and collaboration with the Internet community on public policy for the Internet – culminating in an annual conference that takes place in a different European city every year. EuroDIG ‘Messages’ are prepared and presented to the Internet Governance Forum (IGF).

The next EuroDIG will take place on 26-27 May 2026 at the Charlemagne Building of the European Commission in Brussels. It will be hosted by EURid – the registry for the .eu domain name and supported by the European Commission, a longstanding Institutional Partner of EuroDIG. The event will mark 20 years of .eu, celebrating two decades of the trusted digital identity. Therefore, the overarching theme for EuroDIG 2026 is “European Voices for the Future of the Internet – Celebrating 20 Years of .eu and the Beginning of a New Internet Governance Era”.

Designated by the General Assembly in 2012, Global Day of Parents provides an opportunity to appreciate all parents for their "selfless commitment to children and their lifelong sacrifice towards nurturing this relationship."

Emphasising the critical role of parents in the rearing of children, the Global Day of Parents recognises that the family has the primary responsibility for the nurturing and protection of children. For the full and harmonious development of their personality, children should grow up in a family environment and in an atmosphere of happiness, love and understanding.
 

On 9 June 2026, FOSI will host its European Forum at Google’s Offices in Brussels, Belgium. The event will bring together policymakers, researchers, industry leaders, and advocates for a day of dialogue on the future of online safety and digital responsibility.

World Youth Skills Day is aimed at recognising the potential of young people as agents of peace and commit to providing them with the skills and opportunities to address challenges and contribute to a peaceful, prosperous, and sustainable future.
 

The resolution places emphasis on involving young people, as future leaders, in community activities that include different cultures and promote international understanding and respect for diversity.

The day aims is to highlight, the importance of literacy to individuals, communities, and societies and bring attention to different literacy issues worldwide.

The purpose of the day is tocreate public awareness and bring nations to promote and uphold the principles of democracy.