Better Internet for Kids

The Maltese Safer Internet Centre (SIC), coordinated by the Foundation for Social Welfare Services (FSWS), consistently refers to the DSA during sessions with both children and parents in schools. The SIC is a trusted flagger, and this role is highlighted along with how the SIC can support them. Read on to learn more about its work for – and with – different stakeholder groups.

September traditionally marks the “BacktoSchool” period, a time when students, teachers, and parents resume their routines and educational activities. This moment of renewed enthusiasm also extends to the use of digital technologies, particularly in the context of digital education.The Italian Safer Internet Centre seized the opportunity of BacktoSchool 2024 to promote reflection on the Digital Services Act (DSA) and its impact on online safety and digital rights, especially concerning young people.

BEE SECURE, the Safer Internet Centre (SIC) of Luxembourg, helps children, young people, parents, and teachers understand how the Digital Services Act (DSA) protects them online. Through creative projects, training sessions, and collaboration with national authorities, BEE SECURE makes this important European law easier to understand and more relevant to everyday life. Read on to discover more about BEE SECURE’s specific actions for different stakeholder groups.

As an European Economic Area country, Norway is preparing for the implementation of the Digital Services Act (DSA) in Norwegian law, which is now open for consultation. The Norwegian government has also proposed setting the minimum age for social media use to 15 years by law, applying the DSA and the eID regulation (eIDAS 2) as legal instruments.