Better Internet for Kids

The Safer Internet Day 2025 gala in Poland featured six well-known experts working in the field of media education and prevention of online threats to children and adolescents. It is noteworthy that one of the speakers was Wojciech Kardyś, who was recognised for his significant contribution to the development of the digital space in 2022, as a result of which the European Commission appointed him as the EU Digital Ambassador for Poland. The day of the event also appeared Prof.

The website sieciaki.pl is a modern, child-friendly educational space dedicated to internet safety. It has been designed for young school-age children, their parents and caregivers, and teachers and educators, to support them in discovering the online world together in an engaging and safe way.

The website offers:

The International Conference "Keeping children and young people safe online" is the largest regular event in Poland concerning children's online safety. It is targeted at representatives of educational institutions, non-governmental organisations, public administration, the judiciary, and the internet sector.

The conference organisers are the Polish Safer Internet Centre (PCPSI), which is formed by the NASK National Research Institute and the Empowering Children Foundation.

The recording of the event is available in Polish and English.

An interactive online course for children aged 7–10, teaching safe and responsible internet use. 

Through six short missions (approx. 20 minutes each), children meet the Sieciaki characters and learn key principles: 

This podcast for parents and caregivers explores today’s teenage challenges, the impact of digital media, and how adults can support healthy development.

How are youth crises changing over the years? Why do so many teenagers today experience hate and difficulties in relationships? What role does the digital world - smartphones, messaging apps, social media - play in all of this?

Necio.pl is an educational project aimed at children aged 4–6, focused on safe internet use.

The Necio.pl website has been designed for parents, caregivers, and teachers and educators who want to introduce children to the online world in a conscious and safe way. It offers educational materials for both children and adults, and in the Parents section, practical tips and articles related to internet safety can be found. It is recommended that preschool-aged children use the website’s resources always under adult supervision.

Home Screen Rules is a project created in response to the growing challenges related to screen use.
The website domowezasadyekranowe.pl provides practical tips and solutions to help families maintain balance and support everyday life with mindfulness, closeness, and moderation.

The website features:

This podcast is aimed at parents and caregivers exploring what supports or undermines children’s emotional and social development, the impact of screens, and the importance of presence, eye contact, and meaningful relationships.

The leaflet serves as a guide for parents and caregivers who want to introduce their children to the world of new technologies in a wise and responsible way. It outlines the most common risks associated with internet use, such as cyberbullying, addiction, harmful content, or risky online challenges, and highlights good practices for supporting children in safe online activities. 

The poster contains words of support for the person affected by hate, and encouragement to seek help.