Encouraging dialogue about digital habits in Denmark for Safer Internet Day 2022
The Danish Safer Internet Centre (SIC) launched a special activity on Safer Internet Day 2022 to encourage a conversation between parents and carers and young people about their digital habits.
Smart toys under the Christmas tree?
If you glanced through toy catalogues in the run-up to Christmas, you undoubtedly came across some ‘smart toys’; that is, toys that are connected to the internet. BEE SECURE, the Luxembourgish Safer Internet Centre, reveals the pitfalls of these devices and what to look out for when buying and selling them.
Creating responsible digital citizens: GNR and Microsoft join forces on Safer Internet Day 2025 in Portugal
Safer Internet Day is celebrated annually on the second Tuesday in February, and this year for the first time with a full month of activities. As a partner of the Safer Internet Centre Consortium in Portugal, Microsoft joined forces with the National Republican Guard (GNR) and local municipalities to promote a safer and more responsible use of online technology. With this year's theme of 'digital citizenship', the mission is to empower every person and organisation in the world to achieve more.
BIK #DigitalSunScreen summer campaign: 10 tips to protect your family online during summer travels
Summer is finally here, offering families the perfect opportunity to relax and reconnect. Whether it means embarking on an exciting holiday adventure or enjoying some quality time at home, the sunny days and free time encourage us to step outside of our usual routines.
How the internet influences children's career choices
Children have unprecedented access to information and resources that can shape their perceptions and aspirations for the future. According to recent findings, most children express that the internet is pivotal in confirming their beliefs about career paths. However, these opinions are far from definitive, with nearly half of them actively exploring alternative options online.
Join us for the 18th international conference on “Keeping children and young people safe online”
The biggest conference in Poland on online threats and safety will take place on 24-27 September 2024. Experts from all over Europe will gather to discuss a wide range of issues related to the safety of children and young people online.
The BIK+ strategy turns three
Three years ago, the European Commission adopted a new European strategy for a Better Internet for Kids (BIK+), to improve age-appropriate digital services and to ensure that every child is protected, empowered and respected online. We take this opportunity to reflect on the impact of the BIK+ strategy three years after its adoption, and to look at the many policy developments that have happened over the course of the past year.
Danish focus on 0–6-year-olds' use of digital media
In May 2022, the Danish awareness centre, The Media Council for Children and Young People, launched 'The First Digital Steps': a national initiative on 0–6-year-olds and digital media. The project remains relevant in the Danish context.
First evaluation of the BIK+ strategy released: children’s voices and expert insights shaping Europe’s digital future
Three years after the adoption of the European strategy for a Better Internet for Kids (BIK+), the first comprehensive evaluation of the strategy has been published, offering a landmark moment in understanding how Europe is progressing toward a safer, more empowering and inclusive digital environment for children and young people.
BIK Policy monitor report 2025 published: advancing the BIK+ vision across Europe
The Better Internet for Kids (BIK) Policy monitor continues to serve as a key reference for understanding how European countries are shaping a safer and more empowering digital world for children and young people. Now in its sixth edition, the 2025 report builds on over a decade of comparative policy tracking, providing valuable insights into the national implementation of the European strategy for a Better Internet for Kids (BIK+), three years after its adoption.
