The guide ’There are many things parents don’t understand…’ is the Danish SIC’s most sought-after guide for parents and carers. It is now available in English and provides guidance on how to approach their children’s digital habits. 

The translated guide is an opportunity for English-speaking parents and carers, as well as professionals, in European countries. It addresses online safety concerns such as: 

• Cyberbullying and online disputes;
• Screen time and age limitations on social media and online games;
• Digital footprint and online privacy;
• Parents and carers seen as role models;
• Influencers and hidden advertisement on social media. 

In Denmark, the guide has been distributed to teachers, crime prevention workers and librarians, among others, who have then shared it with parents and carers all over the country. Since the publication of the first edition, 120.000 physical copies have been distributed. 

The guide has been published by Safer Internet Centre Denmark: The Media Council, Save the Children Denmark and Centre for Digital Youth Care. It was published in collaboration with LEG, LEGO A/S, Microsoft, Momio, MovieStarPlanet, Stofa/SE, Nuuday, Telecom Industry Association – Denmark, Telenor, telecommunications-company 3 and Telia, with support from Connecting Europe Facility. 

Find more information about the work of the Danish Safer Internet Centre, including their awareness raising, helpline, hotline and youth participation services – or find similar information for other Safer Internet Centres throughout Europe.