Better Internet for Kids

Iceland’s primary legislative framework regulates the rating, commercial distribution, and public screening of audio-visual content to protect minors from age-inappropriate material. The law mandates that producers, distributors, and exhibitors implement formal age-rating procedures using internationally recognised classification systems (e.g., PEGI, NICAM). Commercial entities must clearly display age warnings and content indicators at points of sale, rental, or exhibition.

The Cybersecurity Strategy of the Republic of Poland, adopted in March 2026, sets national directions for digital resilience. Developed by the Ministry of Digitalization with state security bodies, it strengthens the National Cybersecurity System (KSC), creates sectoral CSIRTs, and establishes the NASK Cybersecurity Center. Notably, it prioritises the protection of minors through dedicated digital safety and cybersecurity education programs for youth, parents, and teachers, alongside school curriculum integrations and measures against cybercrime targeting children.

The Single Strategy for the Rights of Children and Young People (EUDCJ 2025-2035) serves as an overarching public policy framework in Portugal designed to integrate, align, and coordinate disjointed national child protection and welfare initiatives. It unifies previous measures — such as the National Strategy for the Rights of the Child, the Child Guarantee Action Plan, and anti-poverty strategies — into a coherent, holistic model.

This legislative act amends Finland’s Basic Education Act to strengthen school discipline, student well-being, and state oversight. Key provisions restrict pupils from using mobile phones or personal mobile devices during classroom teaching time, unless explicitly permitted by teachers for educational, healthcare, or assistive technology purposes. The act establishes clearer guidelines for temporary removal from class, detention, physical confiscation of disruptive items, and school exclusions, while ensuring mandatory student welfare support during disciplinary actions.

This government memorandum proposes introducing a national mobile phone ban across compulsory schools and after-school centers in Sweden. Under the proposed regulations, mobile phones and other personal electronic communication devices (such as smartwatches) must be collected from students at the start of each school day. Principals and teachers may grant specific exceptions for educational purposes or special needs.

The SMART-Edu Strategy is Romania's strategic framework designed to accelerate the digital transformation of its national education and training system from 2021 to 2027. Developed to bridge digital divides and modernise teaching methods, it establishes two primary pillars: cultivating relevant digital skills across all education levels and building a high-performing digital education ecosystem.

"The Guidelines for the Development of Children, Youth, and Family Policy 2022–2027 set Latvia's national strategic priorities for supporting child development, youth empowerment, and family well-being. The policy focuses on establishing early intervention services, reducing violence in homes and schools, and preventing juvenile delinquency. It ensures equal opportunities for disadvantaged children, supports youth civic participation and workforce readiness, and promotes demographic growth by reinforcing family values and housing support.

This policy document provides guidance for education and training providers across early childhood education, general education, and vocational training in Finland regarding the deployment of artificial intelligence. Drawn up under Finland’s Digital Compass implementation, the instrument synthesises mandatory legal obligations (such as the EU AI Act, GDPR, and copyright law) alongside practical recommendations.

This vision document is an initiative of Mediawijs in collaboration with many partners. It addresses the growing concerns regarding youth social media use, particularly debates surrounding strict age bans (e.g., prohibiting access under 16). The paper argues that blanket bans are ineffective, hard to enforce, and undermine young people's rights to digital participation and education. Instead, Mediawijs advocates for a nuanced approach centred on media literacy guidance for parents, educators, and youth workers.

The Actieplan Veilig Online is a strategic communication from the Flemish Government designed to strengthen the digital safety and resilience of all citizens, with a particular focus on vulnerable populations such as children and youth. The plan outlines a comprehensive, cross-policy approach to combat online risks, including cyberbullying, privacy breaches, and exposure to harmful content.