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New “Switched On” digital citizenship programme launched for fifth and sixth classes in Ireland
A new digital citizenship programme for fifth and sixth class pupils is now available to primary schools in Ireland. Switched On has been developed by Webwise in collaboration with and supported by Coimisiún na Meán. The programme supports teachers in helping pupils become safe, responsible and confident digital citizens as they prepare for the transition to post-primary school.
Updated guidelines on tackling disinformation and promoting digital literacy through education and training
As the first action delivered under the EU Action plan against cyberbullying, the updated guidelines on tackling disinformation and promoting digital literacy through education and training have been published.
Young people and digital security
The Portuguese Institute of Sport and Youth (IPDJ) hosted the training session "Young people and digital security" for young volunteers and youth workers to explore the relationship between young people and the digital environment, with a particular focus on security, risks, and online rights.
Celebrate Safer Internet Day throughout February
The Safer Internet Day campaign's day of global celebration took place on 10 February 2026! This global initiative brings together organisations, companies, schools, families, and communities to promote a safer, more positive online experience for everyone. Celebrated in over 160 countries worldwide, this year marks the 23rd edition, under the theme ‘Together for a better internet.’
Progress and impact for Better Internet for Kids in 2025
2025 was another landmark year for Better Internet for Kids (BIK), marked by strong policy momentum, deepened youth participation, and sustained efforts across Europe and beyond to create safer, more empowering online environments for children and young people.
Can children and young people use artificial intelligence (AI)?
The Belgian Safer Internet Centre shares tips on how to support young people in discovering AI - it is important not to avoid it, but to get to know it and use it properly.
Internet Safe & Fun workshops raise awareness about online safety for 9,000 young people
Child Focus (part of the Belgian Safer Internet Centre), the private sector, and primary schools across Belgium joined forces in October and March to deliver 410 Internet Safe & Fun workshops. Employees from twelve companies cleared their schedules to teach grade 5-6 primary students some basic notions regarding online safety, particularly around privacy, cyberbullying, sexting, and online friendships. In recent years, Child Focus has seen a sharp increase in reports on online issues. Thanks to the Internet Safe & Fun workshops, hundreds of schools receive free support to strengthen their students’ media literacy.
The Portuguese Safer Internet Centre helps teachers keep students safe online
The Portuguese Safer Internet Centre had the opportunity to contribute to the DSA for YOUth webinar “The DSA goes to school: how teachers can help keep students safe online” that took place on 30 October 2025, and to present a glimpse of the work in the field.
MAX-Box: new prevention tool to empower children and teens
Every year, Child Focus observes an increase in cases related to disappearances and sexual exploitation of minors. In 2024, the organisation opened an average of five new runaway cases per day. These are five young people sending a strong signal that something is wrong in their lives. On the occasion of mental health week, Child Focus introduced a new prevention tool: the MAX-Box.
Online scams and young people: what parents need to know
While online scams are not a new phenomenon, their level of sophistication has increased significantly in recent years. The Irish Safer Internet Centre shares tips for parents and caregivers.
