Better Internet for Kids

This short animated video illustrates how sextortion typically unfolds: a casual chat, an exchanged photo - then, suddenly, threats and blackmail. Using symbolic animal characters, the clip visualises how perpetrators build trust and then exploit it for money.

The core messages of the video are clear:

The song "Śmieci w sieci" (Trash on the internet), along with the music video and the associated lesson plan, represents the latest educational materials designed for children aged 5 to 7 by the Polish Safer Internet Centre. 

Due to the appearance of false and dangerous content on the internet, this material aims to teach children how to respond appropriately in an accessible way, and to support the development of critical thinking when using the internet. 

In October 2024, the Safe.si awareness centre (part of the Slovenian Safer Internet Centre) began developing a series of twelve audio podcast episodes aimed at parents and caregivers. 

Internet education begins very early, certainly no later than the moment a child is first given a screen-equipped device with internet access (such as a tablet, phone, computer, or even a television).

Educating children about the online world is not a simple task, which is why the Safe.si awareness centre (part of the Slovenian Safer Internet Centre) developed the guide Education for the internet for parents and caregivers of children aged 0 to 10. It’s an excellent resource, especially for parents of preschool-aged children.

The theatrical performance "Zagubieni w sieci" (Lost in the web) is the premiere of the latest play aimed at children aged 13 to 15.

The main theme of the play is relationships and friendships among young people. The aim of the performance is to show teenagers how important relationships with their peers in the real world are, and how to achieve effective communication and build relationships based on respect for diversity. Thanks to the play, young people will also learn how to set boundaries and build emotional resilience and critical thinking skills.

The main purpose of this quiz is to help young users understand how to use artificial intelligence tools responsibly and safely. 

The quiz consists of 10 questions and is targeted primarily at children and teenagers aged 11 to 18. It is designed to help young people learn how to use artificial intelligence critically and safely by reflecting on the answers provided, and understanding the implications of their choices.

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: