National Strategy for Mental Health (2021–2030)
The National Strategy for Mental Health (2021-2030), developed by the Ministry of Health aims to enhance mental health services, including those for children and adolescents. It emphasizes integrating cross-sectoral policies across healthcare, education, and social services to address mental health challenges, including those related to online environments.
(Source: Ministry of Health)
Entities responsible for implementation: Ministry of Health of Bulgaria
Digital Bulgaria 2025 National Programme
The Digital Bulgaria 2025 Programme aims at modernising and increasing the widespread implementation of intelligent information technology (IT) solutions in all areas of the economy and social life. Another objective of the programme focuses on the strategic enhancement of digital competence and skills at all levels.The Digital Bulgaria 2025 programme is coordinated by the Ministry of Transport, Information Technology and Communication of Bulgaria.
Guidelines for the Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Education System
Guidelines for the Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Education System were issued by Bulgaria's Ministry of Education and Science in May 2024 and govern the use of artificial intelligence in schools. The guidelines are not mandatory or binding. The guidelines were prepared by a working group at the Ministry of Education and Science which has asked that these be put into use by teachers and especially principals, since a large part of the decisions on the implementation of AI will depend on the principals.
The Child Protection Act
The Child Protection Act (CPA) is the main specialised act in the Bulgarian legislative system that regulates the state policy concerning children at risk. It governs the rights, principles and measures for the protection of the child, the responsible bodies and their interaction in exercising child protection activities. The state protects and guarantees the fundamental rights of the child in all spheres of public life for all children. The philosophy of the law is rooted in the understanding that the family is the best environment for raising and development of every child.
Digital Skills – Cyprus National Action Plan 2021-2025
The Cyprus Digital Skills National Action Plan 2021-2025 is a comprehensive strategy designed to accelerate the country’s digital transformation and ensure all citizens are equipped for the digital era. Developed by the Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy, the plan addresses key challenges such as the digital skills gap, low digital literacy rates, and the underrepresentation of women in ICT. Its vision is to create a digitally mature society that can actively participate in the digital economy and society.
Cybersecurity Strategy of the Republic of Cyprus 2020
The main purpose of the Cybersecurity Strategy of the Republic of Cyprus is the protection of critical information infrastructures of the state and the operation of the country's communication and information technologies with the required levels of security, for the benefit of each user, the economy and the country.
Protection of Minors from Sexual Abuse, Sexual Exploitation, and Child Pornography Law of 2014
The Prevention and Combating of Sexual Abuse and Sexual Exploitation of Children and Child Pornography Law of Cyprus (Law 91(I)/2014) establishes a comprehensive legal framework to prevent, suppress, and combat sexual offences against children, including sexual abuse, exploitation, child pornography, and solicitation for sexual purposes. It also addresses issues related to safeguarding children in digital spaces.
(Source: Website; Cyprus - Policy monitor country profile, 2025)
Consumer Protection Law of 2021 (Law 112(I)/2021)
The Consumer Protection Law of 2021 (Law 112(I)/2021) (CPL) outlines the rights of consumers in Cyprus, including the right to information, fair and honest trade practices, and protection from unsafe products. It includes provisions that relate to unfair commercial practices, which would encompass misleading or deceptive influencer-based marketing if influencers fail to clearly disclose paid promotions or advertising.
(Source: Cyprus - Policy monitor country profile, 2025)
Digital education: Strategic framework for the development of digital education
Strategy for the Education Policy of the Czech Republic up to 2030+
The Strategy for the Education Policy of the Czech Republic up to 2030+ is a strategy to support reaching the target of 80% of the population with basic digital skills by 2030. It focuses on competence-based learning, reducing inequalities in access to quality education, digital literacy, safe school environments, and lifelong learning.
