Safer Internet Day 2022 celebrations in Serbia
The Centre for Missing and Exploited Children in Serbia commenced its Safer Internet Day 2022 celebrations by presenting its work and accomplishments to members of the Government. It was very important for the Centre to demonstrate that, as a non-government organisation, it is actively working on making the internet a safer space for children. Here, the Centre outlines its actions.
Sexting: The dangers of online communication and the importance of education
Teenagers are increasingly spending more time on the internet, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic when social activities and gatherings are highly discouraged. Internet use and online communication can be healthy ways of keeping in contact with others; however, it can also lead to other issues such as peer pressure, sexting and body shaming. This article is based on interviews carried out by the Malta Personal and Social Development Association (MPSDA) with three experts on this matter and has the aim of shedding light on how children and adolescents are using the internet and what repercussions they could face.
Monkey see, monkey do: Don’t believe everything on the net!
The Safer Internet Centre in Luxembourg launched a campaign highlighting the risks of deepfakes and other AI-generated content online under the slogan 'Monkey see, monkey do'.
International Day of Tolerance
The International Day of Tolerance brings attention to the diversity of society and calls all to respect and appreciate the cultures around us - both on and offline.
Save the Children Finland hosts webinar on child sexual abuse
Save the Children Finland’s annual seminar, 'information on child sexual abuse', took place in November 2021. Due to the ongoing pandemic, this year's seminar was held online, which enabled both global presenters and participants to attend.
Safer Internet Forum 2024 is here!
The Safer Internet Forum 2024 will see various online safety stakeholders and young people discuss topics around the theme: Where's the harm? Protecting children and young people against inappropriate content and bullying online.
Guide to age assurance section: updated resources now available!
Young people interact with the digital world daily. Whether they’re gaming, chatting with friends, or seeking homework help, they make the most of the countless opportunities for learning and connection that the internet offers. However, this also exposes children and adolescents to risks, such as harmful or age-inappropriate content, often when they least expect it.
New #TalkListenLearn topic generator tool helps families start conversations about online behaviours
On the occasion of Safer Internet Day 2022, Webwise launched the #TalkListenLearn campaign for parents and carers, highlighting the importance of having regular and open conversations with children and teenagers to ensure that they have a safe and positive experience online.
Taking control of your digital identity
Striving for popularity can sometimes take surprising but effective new forms. It is natural for young people to use social media to satisfy their essential psychosocial needs. These include the need for love, belonging, self-esteem, personal achievements, and so on.
What is fake news and how can it affect children and teenagers?
Internet access opens up an endless world of interesting things for children and teenagers to discover and, at least in theory, helps them better understand how the world in which we live works. On the other hand, we see daily examples of sites, articles and videos that present social, political and economic events in a style that does not correspond to journalistic principles.
