Better Internet for Kids

This study examines children who commit sexual abuse against other children, drawing on insights from experts, practitioners, and ECPAT Sweden’s support services. The report highlights that 30–50 per cent of sexual offences against children are committed by another minor, yet the group is highly heterogeneous. Children who harm others may have diverse backgrounds, including experiences of trauma, social difficulties, unmet emotional needs, or challenges with impulse control.

This leaflet explains the importance of strong and unique passwords for online security. It provides practical tips on creating secure credentials, avoiding common mistakes, and protecting accounts from unauthorised access. It's helpful as a quick guide in schools and households. 
 

This article introduces the online trend known as “brain rot,” describing its risks related to endless scrolling and low-value content. It encourages young people to reflect on their digital consumption and promotes healthier alternatives

This leaflet explains the business models of social media, showing how user data and attention are monetised. It raises awareness of hidden costs behind “free” services and promotes critical digital literacy. It provides a valuable tool for teaching young people about media economics. 
 

The Safer Internet Centre in Luxembourg launched the campaign “CORNHUB ≠ REALITY” to raise awareness about how online pornography distorts reality and promotes unrealistic ideas about sex, bodies, and relationships.

Pornographic content is widespread on the internet and just a few clicks away. Young people often come across it at an early age, which can shape how they view sexuality, gender roles, and relationships.

"Click, Share, Humiliate, Destroy" is a book on online sexual violence against girls and women.

The book confronts online sexual violence from every angle. It was sparked by the "banga lists" (or "slut-shaming lists") incident in the Netherlands - lists that rated female students on their sexual performance and appearance, often with their personal information provided. 

The goal of the lesson is for the student to understand what artificial intelligence is, know what comes with using artificial intelligence, and understand that while artificial intelligence can help with learning, it should not do the student's homework for them.

Information material for parents, which includes recommendations on how parents can support their child’s safe, health-preserving, and responsible use of the internet and smart devices.

The material covers topics such as: making agreements with their child, including time management; opportunities and risks, age-appropriate content, sharing images and videos; scams; where to get help and advice, and so on.

In the educational online game “Journey on the internet”, students can test their knowledge and improve it.

The game was created with players aged 7-13 in mind, but it is also very suitable for older players, and adults too. It is possible to play with classmates and friends in teams, or individually.

An internet connection is required to play the game. There are red, yellow, green and blue icons on the game screen, which open when you click on them.

In the video, Internet Police Officer Grete-Kelly Lipstok shares advice to young people on what to do if they become a victim of cyberbullying, if a young person's personal data has been shared without consent, if their account has been hacked, or if they have become a victim of sexual or other abuse online.

The video was produced in cooperation with the Estonian Union for Child Welfare and the Estonian Police and Border Guard Board.

The video was supported by the Ministry of Social Affairs and the European Union.