Online hate damages social debate and interactions
As part of their activities, the Dutch Safer Internet Centre recently held a session reflecting on the real-life implications of online hate. Here is a summary of the debate and its conclusions.
Report on removing child sexual abuse material (CSAM) is now available
Commissioned by the European Commission and in collaboration with PwC, the Centre for Expertise on Online Sexual Child Abuse (EOKM) has developed a tool for a faster removal of online child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Keep reading to learn more about this new tool.
Youth-led Safer Internet Forum and the BIK Youth Panel
This year’s Safer Internet Forum (SIF) will, once again, benefit from the insights and contributions of young people. To ensure a successful and engaging event, a Safer Internet Forum Youth Advisory Group (SIF YAG) and the BIK Youth Panel have been convened to help guide the preparation and delivery of the event. Within these two groups, young people from across Europe will work collaboratively in the coming months to deliver an event that reflects the current aspirations and concerns of youth when it comes to their online lives.
How do you tell an adult that something bad happened to you?
Have you been blackmailed, are nude photos sent to your class, does someone ask you to do things you don't want to do, or do you just have some questions about online safety? It's always good to talk to someone.
Together for a better internet in Cyprus on Safer Internet Day 2023
In Cyprus, Safer Internet Day 2023 was celebrated on Tuesday, 7 February at the Olympic Hall (the Cyprus Olympic Committee), which hosted the last phase of the annual cyber safety video production contest. Read on to learn more about the contest and other activities to celebrate SID2023.
Help! My child has a problem
When your child comes to you with an online sexual abuse problem, you may not know how to respond. Helpwanted.nl, part of the Online Child Abuse Expertise Office (EOKM), gives seven tips on how to talk to a child or young person about sexual abuse problems.
ChatGPT at school: how to deal with it?
A chatbot that can answer questions using artificial intelligence is making its way into the school environment. How can AI tools be used sensibly in the classroom? Saferinternet.at shows ways for teachers and students.
Cybersecurity research Alert Online 2022: young people and cybersecurity
During the European Cybersecurity Month (in October), the Dutch Safer Internet Centre carries out the Alert Online campaign in the Netherlands. As part of the campaign, a survey is issued to investigate the online security behaviour of consumers, businesses and government. Young people are also a part of the survey.
Docu-film “I’m online too” for children with disabilities
Children and young people with intellectual disabilities also have a right to an enjoyable online life and participation in the digital society. Mediawijsheid (NL) and Mediawijs (BE) give this message at the launch of the short documentary-film "I'm online too!".
Internet Sans Crainte launches Ambassadors Programme
In order to extend its action on the territory, the French Safer Internet Centre (SIC) Internet Sans Crainte is actively developing its partnerships with ambassadors in charge of extracurricular leisure centres throughout the country. A new programme they are launching is their Ambassador Programme, meant for all children and young people.
