First meeting of the special panel on child safety online | Gabriele perspective
On 5 March 2026, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen hosted the first meeting of the Special Panel on child safety online. Read more from BIK Youth ambassor Gabriele's point of view, who participated in the meeting.
Thousands of people in schools and organisations took part in activities to mark Safer Internet Day 2026 in Ireland
This year’s theme in Ireland was “AI aware: safe, smart and in control”, and invited parents, caregivers, schools, educators, young people, and all stakeholders to consider how AI technologies shape children’s experiences online.
Safer Internet Day 2026 in Malta: putting well-being at the centre
Safer Internet Day 2026 brought together schools, families, professionals, young people, and the wider community across Malta to reflect on how to build a safer, more respectful, and emotionally supportive digital environment.
Safer Internet Day 2026 conference in Austria
Exciting presentations, panel discussions and plenty of opportunity for exchange – this was what the SID 2026 conference "Safer internet – growing up in the digital world" organised by the Austrian Safer Internet Centre had to offer, focusing on the everyday online lives of children and young people. Around 220 visitors attended the sold-out event, which took place in Vienna on 12 February 2026.
Updated guidelines on tackling disinformation and promoting digital literacy through education and training
As the first action delivered under the EU Action plan against cyberbullying, the updated guidelines on tackling disinformation and promoting digital literacy through education and training have been published.
Highlights from Media Literacy Week 2026: supporting parents and professionals
Every year in Finland, Safer Internet Day is celebrated as part of the week-long Media Literacy Week. In 2026, the focus was particularly on themes related to media use, including digital safety skills, digital well-being, digital media content, and everyday media literacy skills.
The seventh edition of the Literacy, Media and Citizenship Congress: behaviours, narratives and human rights
The Portuguese Safer Internet Centre (SIC) is an active partner of GILM (the Informal Group on Media Literacy) and was part of the organising team of the seventh Literacy, Media and Citizenship Congress. The event took place on 27 and 28 November 2025 at the Faculty of Arts and Humanities of the University of Coimbra, and it is the longest-running initiative promoted by GILM.
New study: AI chatbots as everyday companions for young people
The results of a new youth study by the Austrian Safer Internet Centre show that AI chatbots are becoming important companions, but the risks and knowledge gaps regarding how they work are underestimated.
Youth Internet Monitor 2026: which social networks do young people in Austria use?
The Youth Internet Monitor is an initiative of the Austrian Safer Internet Centre (SIC). It presents current data on social media use among young people in Austria. Which social networks are currently popular among young users in Austria? Which networks are most popular among girls? Which ones are ahead among boys?
How can I tell if an app or game is appropriate for my child?
The Belgian Safer Internet Centre shares practical tips on how, as a parent or caregiver, you can help your child choose safe and fun apps and games they can use on their devices.
