The Swedish youth panel hosts a roundtable discussion on internet and democracy
The discussion was held on 3 February 2026 as part of safer internet month, and focused on two themes: how digital media affects democratic dialogue, and how online hate and threats limit young people’s engagement. The aim was for young people to gather around, discuss and find solutions.
When generative AI enters the school: concerns, hopes, and new challenges of education
A new study “Generative artificial intelligence in a Polish school. Paving the way” conducted among Polish teachers by NASK found that, while the majority of teachers are concerned that young people using generative AI will become addicted to it, there are also important benefits to consider.
Safer Internet Day 2026 in Denmark: children and video games
For SID 2026, the Danish Safer Internet Centre focused on video games, which continue to be an extremely popular activity for children and young people. Therefore, a continued focus on awareness raising is much needed, focusing on the both the risks and the opportunities video games bring. The Centre updated and promoted their popular guides for parents with important information on relevant gaming topics and specific popular gaming platforms.
Lithuania rides the “digital wave” for Safer Internet Day 2026
Lithuania marked Safer Internet Day (SID) 2026 with a month-long programme of activities bringing together schools, libraries, policymakers and young people across the country. Through contests, educational events and community activities, the initiative itself reached over 250 000 people, while media coverage extended its message to many more.
Safer Internet Day 2026 in Portugal: standing together against cyberbullying
On 10 February 2026, the Portuguese Safer Internet Centre celebrated Safer Internet Day (SID) with a special event followed by transversal initiatives targeting all the CIS Cybersecurity Laboratory communities. This year’s theme was “human rights and cyberbullying”.
Safer Internet Day 2026 in Italy: engaging schools and young people for a safer digital future
On 10 February 2026, Italy joined the global celebrations of Safer Internet Day, celebrated every year in more than one hundred countries to raise awareness about the opportunities and risks of the digital environment. The initiative aims to promote a safer and more responsible use of digital technologies, particularly among children and young people.
Safer Internet Day 2026 in Luxembourg
On 10 February 2026, Luxembourg marked Safer Internet Day 2026 under the slogan “Together for a better internet” with a varied programme of events held throughout the day. A key point of reference was the BEE SECURE Radar 2026, which presented current findings on how young people in Luxembourg use media and digital technologies.
Safer Internet Day 2026 in North Macedonia
The North Macedonian Safer Internet Centre MKSafeNet carried out a promotional event in Prilep on 11 February 2026. The event was organised with the aim of raising public awareness about the dangers on the internet that children may encounter through various activities.
Safer Internet Day 2026 in Albania, when youth lead and institutions listen
Led by iSIGURT.al, together with ALO 116-111 and CRCA Albania, in partnership with the SID Committee of Albania, this year's Safer Internet Day put children and young people at the centre of the national debate on digital rights and online protection.
Safer Internet Day 2026 in Belgium: an open letter from young people
The Belgian Safer Internet Centre joined the global SID celebrations in 2026 with a powerful, incisive open letter from the youth team. The letter includes key demands and recommendations for platform providers.
