Better Internet for Kids

Digital media is part of the growth environment of children and young people. Digital media brings a lot of joy, benefits and social relationships, but also challenges, such as media overuse, loneliness, self-esteem problems, bullying and harassment. The podcast features digital media professionals, with whom we discuss how to be creative as educators in the digital age for children and young people.

The podcast has three episodes.

1. A child's own phone or not? The guest of the podcast is journalist and writer Aino-Mari Tuuri, who is specialized with digital media.

Resource gives recommendations which should be kept in mind when using artificial intelligence applications so that they can be good tools in schoolwork as well.

The webinar discuss the most popular social media platforms among young people and the challenges and opportunities and risks associated with their use. The webinar will also discuss the topic of digital well-being and how it affects us, how to assess and increase this well-being.

We have prepared a leaflet for parents on sharenting. The leaflet was created for the purposes of the Sharenting Campaign in November 2023.

We have prepared a poster for parents on sharenting. The poster was created for the purposes of the Sharenting Campaign in November 2023.
Our primary objective is to engage with as many parents as possible. In November 2023, both the supreme version of the poster and a billboard variant were deployed during a 14-day campaign across various Slovenian municipalities. These posters were strategically placed near shopping centers, bus/train stations, and at city entrances from the highway. We estimate that the campaign successfully reached over 100.000 individuals.

Sexually harassing communication, cybergrooming or unwanted exposure to pornography and images of abuse - children today are not only affected by sexual violence in the analog world. They also experience various forms of digital sexual violence online. This brochure provides parents and guardians with important information and tips on the question: "The first smartphone - how can I protect my child from sexual violence on the internet?". The brochure helps parents to deal with the risks of digital sexual violence against children at an early stage.

In response to organized criminal organizations exploiting teenage boys through explicit image coercion, BeSmartOnline shared a social media message. The alert underscores the urgency of staying informed, speaking up against threats, and reporting suspicious activities. Shared on Facebook and Instagram.

Caption:
🔒 ALERT: Sextortion Targeting Teenage Boys 🔒

BeSmartOnline's back-to-school campaign features a moving image with an essential message about online safety, specifically addressing the risks associated with sharing intimate photos with strangers. The accompanying caption provides a comprehensive alert, offering practical tips to enhance awareness and foster responsible online behavior.

Caption reads:
🚫 Caution: Online Safety Alert! 🚨

BeSmartOnline's back-to-school campaign features a moving image aimed at combatting cyberbullying and fostering a positive scholastic environment. The accompanying caption sets the tone for the campaign, emphasizing the collective responsibility to make the academic year a positive experience for everyone.

Captions reads:
📣 Here we go again, scholastic year is starting! 📚 Let's make this year a positive experience for everyone. 🌟
Take action against cyberbullying. 💻 Together, we can create a safer online environment for all. 🤝 Spread kindness, not hate.

BeSmartOnline's back-to-school campaign includes a moving image with a powerful message against the non-consensual sharing of intimate images. The accompanying caption sets the tone for the campaign, emphasizing the collective responsibility to make the academic year a positive experience while addressing a crucial issue. Message shared on our facebook and Instagram pages.

The caption reads:
📣 It's that time of year again, the start of a new school year! 📚 Let's work together to ensure that this year is a positive experience for everyone. 🌟