Celebrating International Youth Day 2022
Today marks International Youth Day 2022. Every year on 12 August, the day is celebrated all around the globe. The day was initiated by the United Nations (UN) in 1998, to bring youth issues to the attention of the international community as half of the people on our planet are 30 or younger, and this is expected to reach 57% by the end of 2030.
Mastering password security: protecting your digital identity
In an increasingly digitised world, safeguarding our online presence is essential. As cyber threats loom ever more significant, robust password protection becomes necessary. Delve into the realm of cybersecurity with insights from experts, as we explore the pivotal role of password managers in fortifying our digital safety.
Youth at the digital frontline: what I learned at the Article 28 event in Brussels
Zuzanna, our BIK Youth Ambassador, participated in a high-level consultation in Brussels on Article 28 of the Digital Services Act, focused on protecting minors online. She shares her thoughts about the event and the youth participation.
Working together for online safety: my role during the DSA Article 28 event
Mae, our BIK Youth Ambassador, participated in a high-level consultation in Brussels on Article 28 of the Digital Services Act, focused on protecting minors online. Read her experience.
And suddenly the money is gone: expensive TikTok matches and cash gifts
"So cute!", "OMG!" - with one click, you can support creators on TikTok with cash gifts. The harmless names often conceal that gifts may cost up to 300 euros. Especially during live matches, viewers are encouraged to send cash gifts. Keep reading to learn how the gift system on TikTok works and which settings in the app are relevant to young people.
Keeping children and young people safe in virtual worlds
It’s Safer Internet Day; an occasion to reflect on the opportunities and challenges of being online. This annual day of celebration serves to promote a safer and better internet to both empower and protect children and young people in their digital lives. Some of the key developments in recent years revolve around artificial intelligence (AI), with virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and extended reality (XR) applications emerging in all sectors of society, from leisure and learning to business and health. Here, we dive deeper into some of the considerations…
The Better Internet for Kids annual report 2023 is out
The Better Internet for Kids review of the year 2023 is released on the occasion of Safer Internet Day 2024, Tuesday, 6 February. During 2023, young people continued to show their commitment to building a safe, secure and inclusive online experience and their eagerness to make their voices heard when it comes to designing the internet of the future. This report provides an overview of a multitude of stakeholder efforts to both protect and empower children and young people in their digital lives over the past year when BIK has focused on making sure that young people are equipped with the skills they need to thrive in the digital world.
Happy Safer Internet Day 2024!
The day has finally come! On Tuesday, 6 February 2024, we celebrate Safer Internet Day (SID) – the annual flagship campaign to raise awareness of the importance of staying safe online. With a theme of "Together for a better internet", today calls upon all stakeholders to join forces to make the internet a safer and better place for all, and especially for children and young people.
Protecting YOU(th) against manipulative marketing practices online – campaign launch!
On Safer Internet Day 2024, the AdWiseOnline campaign has been launched to raise children's and young people's awareness of digital marketing practices and empower them with knowledge about their economic rights. This initiative, informed by research, particularly focuses on practices such as influencer and in-game marketing. It is rolled out in cooperation with Safer Internet Centres and European Consumer Centres, and coordinated by the Better Internet for Kids project.
How to identify trustworthy information?
Facts and opinions can easily get mixed up online. Media content shapes people's perceptions and influences their actions. Our interpretation and reaction to a certain piece of content is influenced by how it is structured as a fact or someone's opinion. Keep reading for some pro tips on how to identify trustworthy information, specifically when it comes to text-based content such as articles or blog entries.
