Defending human rights: freedom, equality, and justice for all
10 December 2023 marks the 75th anniversary of commemorating the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) adoption in 1948. This landmark document serves as a testament to the global commitment to protect the rights of every human being, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, language, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth or other status. As we mark this day in 2023, the theme underscores the need for “Freedom, Equality and Justice for All”.
Today is the Safer Internet Forum 2023
The Forum seeks to discuss and showcase initiatives related to developing digital skills for children, parents and teachers while also paying attention to the needs of vulnerable children. This year’s edition takes place in a hybrid format in Brussels, Belgium and online with the theme of Empowering YOUth with skills for the Digital Decade. As part of the European Year of Skills and other policy frameworks, the Safer Internet Forum 2023 focuses on pillars two and three of the BIK+ strategy. It delves into digital empowerment and active participation/respect concerning children and young people.
One week to go: Get ready for Safer Internet Day 2025!
Safer Internet Day (SID) 2025 is one week away! Officially falling on Tuesday 11 February 2025, this year, we are celebrating SID in a fresh new way.
How can online gaming be a safer environment for everyone?
The Dutch Safer Internet Centre conducted a study on how the gaming landscape can be a toxic place, and raises the question of how to ensure it is a safe place for everyone.
How can you help children to recognise fake news?
The Belgian Safer Internet Centre outlines some key questions to help parents guide their children to spotting fake news online.
The European SafeOnline Prototype: helping parents with their children's media education in different countries
The European partners of the European SafeOnline (ESOI) project launched the SafeOnline Prototype: a ready-to-use toolbox for European organisations that want to support parents to improve their children's online safety.
Safer Internet Day 2025: Local initiatives drive global impact
For Safer Internet Day 2025, INHOPE members have developed targeted campaigns and resources that resonate deeply within their communities. Read about how different countries will be celebrating.
Child safety in Tapei: Insights from the ECPAT International Conference
On 31 October 2023, ECPAT Taiwan hosted the ECPAT International Conference on child safety. Our BIK Youth Ambassador, Kathrin Morasch, a longtime advocate for online safety for children and youth, provides us with her insights regarding the conference and reflects on her involvement as a keynote speaker, sharing the perspective of the BIK+ strategy, youth participation and the European Union's rules protecting minors.
October is European Cybersecurity Month
October marked European Cybersecurity Month (ECSM), an annual awareness-raising campaign across the European Union that includes hundreds of activities and events such as workshops and conferences. The campaign, organised by the European Network and Information Security Agency (ENISA) and the European Commission, in which the National Cybersecurity Centre (CNCS) and Portuguese Safer Internet Centre (PTSIC) were involved, has the motto for 2023: #BeSmarterThanAHacker.
Highlights from the BIK Teacher corner webinar: exploring generative AI and persuasive design
On Thursday, 19 October 2023, a captivating webinar took place under the banner of the BIK Teacher corner. The event drew the attention of educators and teachers, with 23 participants coming together virtually to delve into the realm of generative AI and persuasive design. The engaging speaker, Gareth Cort, Online safety specialist, led the session, offering valuable insights into these two emerging fields.
