Resource creation with highlights on youth participation
In the framework of our partnership with the Parisian suburban City of Montreuil, we initiated the production of a new interactive resource as part of the "Stop la violence" investigation series.This initiative aimed to address the issue of non-consensual intimate image abuses. To adhere to our working methodology, we collaborated with a group of young individuals who expressed interest in the project. We not only sought to leverage their experiences and knowledge to shape the main focus of the resource but also actively involved them in the creation process.
AFNOR standards for online platforms
The French Safer Internet Centre, Internet Sans Crainte, was invited to participate in the YUBO initiative, a French social network for young people. On this occasion, AFNOR certification specialists have supported the Yubo initiative to produce a best practice guide for digital platforms.
Giving young people a voice
The BIK+ strategy aims to promote the digital empowerment of young people, and France wanted to affirm its alignment with this European policy by proposing a SID 2023 campaign committed to this goal. For the first time in twenty years, the Safer Internet Day launch event gave a voice to a generation that is much talked about but not much listened to.
How to react to intimate pictures being shared in primary school class chats
Increasingly often, children and young people share intimate pictures of themselves in WhatsApp class groups. How can parents and schools deal with this?
‘Respect and Empathy’ exhibition of student artwork in Ireland
The recent ‘Respect and Empathy’ exhibition of student artwork was hosted by the renowned Irish artist Maser in his gallery Atelier Now in Dublin, in collaboration with the Irish Safer Internet Centre.
Together for a better and safer internet in Malta
Children’s lives are increasingly taking place online, with children using the internet for their learning, socialising and entertainment. Typically, this happens without adult supervision. Deborah Vassallo from the Maltese Safer Internet Centre discusses this and more.
“Casting the Net”: what teens need to know about personal data, GDPR and our rights
Every time we go online, we’re giving away information about ourselves. But, just how much data are companies collecting from us and what rights do we have in relation to our personal data?
Do you surf the internet safely? First national meeting of young volunteers in Portugal
The first national meeting (and training) of young volunteers, “Navegas em Segurança?” took place 13-15 October 2023 at the Youth Hostel in Almada, Portugal. Three days to exchange experiences, develop digital skills and encourage networking.
Child Focus celebrated its 25th anniversary
In 2023, Child Focus celebrated its 25th anniversary. The organisation has so far handled 85,000 cases, including 43,000 cases of disappearance and 42,000 cases of sexual exploitation. 25 years later, Child Focus is more relevant than ever.
Internet Safe&Fun: 7,000 elementary school students learning about online safety in Belgium
In March 2023, Child Focus, the private sector and elementary schools joined forces to conduct 390 Internet Safe&Fun workshops across Belgium. 130 employees cleared their agenda to teach 7,000 5th and 6th-grade students about sexting, privacy, cyberbullying and online friendships.
