Better Internet for Kids

Polish Safer Internet Centre created a mini-series of podcasts recordings that address children online safety topics, such as: cyberbullying, sexting, harmful content and internet abuse. In the recording took part expert from NASK - national research institution and Empowering Children Foundation. Conversation were led by Polish known radio presenter - Krystian Hanke.

Polish Safer Internet Centre created a mini-series of podcasts recordings that address children online safety topics, such as: cyberbullying, sexting, harmful content and internet abuse. In the recording took part expert from NASK - national research institution and Empowering Children Foundation. Conversation were led by Polish known radio presenter - Krystian Hanke.

New edition of Polish Safer Internet Centre's compendium for parents and professionals working with adolescents is a glossary on the most present issues connected to children and youth's internet safety. The main goal of the compendium is to systematize current knowledge on children and youth activity online. In the compendium reader will find an diagnose of current social phenomenon taking place online, analysis of risky behavior with special consideration of causes and ways to prevent threats. The teacher or parent will find wide spectrum of educational and preventative guidelines.

The educational film “Mr. File and Mr. Folder – Internet Explorers” was prepared jointly by NASK and two actors from the artistic group Zygzaki.com.pl specializing in working with children. The resource is addressed to upper primary school classes (children aged 10-13 years) and consists of four episodes, where virtual characters – Mr. File and Mr. Folder - support children in everyday situations related to activities on the internet. They come to the rescue when Ula becomes a victim of cyberbullying, and Tom is completely absorbed by computer games.

“Mr. File and Mr. Folder on the paths of the internet” is a series of educational videos targeted at children aged 6-10 years. It consists of two videos titled “Encounter” and “Journey”. In the first episode Mr. File and Mr. Folder – virtual characters explain to children basic information about internet safety. In the second one they present to children how to use the web positively and how to do it in a safe manner.

“Careful parents” – campaign about the importance of parental presence and guidance while protecting children from online threats.

“Na zawsze” (“Forever”) is a a 30 minute feature film dealing with topics like keeping privacy online, maintaining self-image on the internet and especially so-called sexting (sending over one’s own naked pictures).

This campaign, aimed at children and young people attending elementary education, proposes a journey to this special place where everyone can enjoy a safe vacation, prioritizing physical and mental well-being. this awareness campaign consists of: a set of illustrations with tips and recommendations; a brochure for parents with recommendations for healthy technology use; a collection of tips and awareness videos featuring the several Portuguese experts.

In recent years, the increase in the number of cyber security incidents and cybercrimes, as well as the increasing use of digital technologies at a personal and professional level, has made it imperative to constantly raise awareness of basic cyber security precautions among the population.

The National Cybersecurity Centre, through the Safe Internet Centre project and in partnership with the Order of Psychologists, launches the awareness campaign "What the internet says about you!” This awareness-raising project aims to promote safe online behaviour and is targeted at older adults.