New “Switched On” digital citizenship programme launched for fifth and sixth classes in Ireland
A new digital citizenship programme for fifth and sixth class pupils is now available to primary schools in Ireland. Switched On has been developed by Webwise in collaboration with and supported by Coimisiún na Meán. The programme supports teachers in helping pupils become safe, responsible and confident digital citizens as they prepare for the transition to post-primary school.
The Finnish Safer Internet Centre coordinator changes name to Finnish Arts and Culture Agency
The National Audiovisual Institute (KAVI) and the Arts Promotion Centre Finland (Taike) merged at the start of the year to form the new Finnish Arts and Culture Agency. The merger will not result in any changes to services, although some contact information may change.
All Digital Week event in Brussels
The All Digital Week was held at the Microsoft Innovation Hub in Brussels on 10 March 2026. The launch event brought together policymakers, educators, digital inclusion practitioners, and youth organisations to reflect on how Europe can foster healthier, safer, and more inclusive digital environments.
BIK Policy monitor report 2026 published: advancing the BIK+ vision across Europe
The Better Internet for Kids (BIK) Policy monitor continues to serve as a key reference for understanding how European countries are shaping a safer and more empowering digital world for children and young people. Now in its seventh edition, the 2026 report builds on over a decade of comparative policy tracking, providing valuable insights into the national implementation of the European strategy for a Better Internet for Kids (BIK+), four years after its adoption.
The Insafe and INHOPE networks meet to facilitate sharing of good practices at joint training meeting
Today and tomorrow, the Insafe and INHOPE networks are meeting in Jurmala, Latvia, to explore areas of common ground and opportunities for closer working between helplines, hotlines, and awareness centres in a two-day joint training meeting. It is also an opportunity to discuss a range of online safety issues, including the latest developments in AI and AI companions/chatbots, deepnudes, gamification in educational work, as well as the latest updates about the Digital Services Act (DSA) and trusted flaggers.
Safer Internet Day 2026 in Nigeria
Nigeria joined the global celebrations of Safer Internet Day 2206 with an event at Onike girls’ junior school in Lagos. The theme of the day was “Smart tech, safe choices – exploring the safe and responsible use of AI”.
Safer Internet Day 2026 in Panama
On 11 February 2026, Fundación Vida Segura joined the global celebrations of Safer Internet Day (SID) with a series of impactful initiatives aimed at promoting digital safety, privacy, and responsible online behaviour in Panama. Through live discussions, a peer-to-peer social media campaign, and national radio mentions, the foundation reached a broad audience, fostering awareness and action for a safer digital environment.
Safer Internet Day 2026 is celebrated in Georgia for its eighth edition
On 10 February 2026, the world marked Safer Internet Day, which aims to promote the safe, responsible, and positive use of the internet - especially for children and young people - and serves to raise public awareness about online safety and a culture of mutual respect on the internet. In Georgia, SID was celebrated with a conference.
Safer Internet Day 2026 in the United Kingdom
Tuesday, 10 February saw the celebration of Safer Internet Day 2026 across the world. The theme for this year’s SID in the UK was “Smart tech, safe choices – exploring the safe and responsible use of AI”. The campaign saw many come together to help inspire a national conversation about using AI technology responsibly, respectfully, critically, and safely.
Do we still live in the same world as our parents?
Jad, from the Austrian youth panel, provides insights into youth participation at the Safer Internet Day conference in Austria “Safer internet – growing up in the digital world”.
