Safer Internet Day (SID) provides an important opportunity to highlight the impact of this collaboration among hotlines. Aligned with the Safer Internet Day theme, INHOPE is shining a light on how its member hotlines work together for a better internet, while responding to the specific needs of children and communities in their own national contexts. From awareness-raising and education to policy dialogue and youth participation, the activities led by INHOPE members demonstrate how global cooperation and local action go hand in hand in protecting children online.

Point de Contact, France

INHOPE's French member Point de Contact is combining public awareness, youth participation and institutional dialogue through close cooperation with partners within the Safer Internet France consortium. As part of a partnership with the Union Nationale des Associations Familiales (UNAF), Point de Contact has developed a practical guide to support families, professionals and young people in addressing online safety issues. Published ahead of Safer Internet Day, the guide focuses on the role of trusted flaggers and aims to improve understanding of how reporting mechanisms work and where support can be found.

Point de Contact has also published a dedicated SID article for the general public and is participating in several high-level institutional events, including sessions hosted by the French Ministry of National Education, the Ministry of Health and the French Senate. These initiatives place young people at the centre of the discussion and strengthen dialogue between youth, civil society and public authorities.

Explore the SID activities organised by the French hotline.

Clicca e segnala, Italy

The Italian hotline Clicca e Segnala is organising an event focused on the growing role of artificial intelligence in children's digital lives. As AI-powered tools and chatbots become more embedded in everyday interactions, the event will explore how these technologies can affect children's mental health, development and sense of safety online.

The discussion will examine both opportunities and emerging risks, while also addressing the responsibilities of technology companies developing AI-driven services. By bringing together diverse perspectives from across sectors, Clicca e segnala aims to promote child-centred approaches to the design, governance and use of artificial intelligence, contributing to a safer and more responsible digital environment for children.

Explore the SID activities organised by the Italian hotline.

Save the Children Finland

INHOPE member Save the Children Finland is highlighting the importance of media literacy and age-appropriate, evidence-based sexual education as key elements of online safety. Through its hotline Nettivihje, the organisation supports children's right to understand and protect their own boundaries, including in digital environments. Nettivihje provides high-quality English-language educational resources for children, parents and guardians, helping to build knowledge, confidence and safer online experiences for all. These materials reflect the hotline's commitment to empowering families with the tools they need to navigate online risks and create positive digital spaces for young people.

Explore the SID activities organised by the Finnish hotline.

Spletno oko, Slovenia

The Slovenian hotline Spletno oko is raising awareness of the Slovenian-language version of the Take It Down tool, developed in collaboration with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). The translation improves access for young people in Slovenia seeking to limit the spread of their nude or sexually explicit images and videos, offering a concrete step towards preventing further harm.

In response to the rising number of financial sexual extortion cases affecting Slovenian youth, Spletno oko is demonstrating how Take It Down can support young people even when images have not yet been shared. This proactive approach helps young people understand risks, respond safely and access appropriate support, reinforcing the hotline's role in both prevention and protection.

Explore the SID activities organised by the Slovenian hotline.

SaferNet Brasil, Brazil

SaferNet Brasil is leading a nationwide programme to promote responsible, ethical and safe use of digital technologies, combining national coordination with local participation across the country. Activities will take place on 10 and 11 February in São Paulo and will be streamed live via the SaferNet Brasil and NIC.br YouTube channels, alongside a broader call for schools, companies, institutions, civil society groups and volunteers to register and deliver their own awareness-raising and educational activities.

As part of the Month of Safer Internet in Brazil, initiatives throughout February will include panel discussions on technology, artificial intelligence and human rights, contributions from public and private sector experts, and the presentation of the 2025 Digital Citizenship in Action Award. SID 2026 in Brazil is led by SaferNet Brasil in co-organisation with NIC.br and CGI.br, with international cooperation from the European Commission, the INHOPE and Insafe networks, and the Government of the United Kingdom.

Explore the SID activities organised by the Brazilian hotline.

Keeping the conversation going

While Tuesday, 10 February 2026 marked a global day of focus, celebration, education and awareness activities take place throughout the entire month of February and sometimes even beyond. The examples shared by INHOPE members reflect this sustained commitment to child online safety, from educational resources and policy dialogue to community engagement and youth participation.

To support this year-round effort, INHOPE has revamped its SID mini-series which explores key child online safety issues including child sexual abuse and exploitation, digital literacy, online gaming, platform responsibility and support services. These accessible, topic-focused articles are designed to keep critical conversations going well beyond February, providing resources that stakeholders, professionals and the wider public can use throughout the year.

Learn more about Safer Internet Day on the Better Internet for Kids website. Explore the interactive map to find local SID activities in your country.

This article was originally published on the INHOPE's website, and is here repurposed with permission.