Awareness

 

Within the European network of Safer Internet Centres, national awareness centres focus on raising awareness and understanding of safer internet issues and emerging trends. They run campaigns to empower children, young people, parents, carers and teachers with the skills, knowledge and strategies to stay safe online and take advantage of the opportunities that the internet and mobile technologies provide.

The network also works extensively with other stakeholders, such as the research community, industry and other NGOs, to extend the reach of key messages and awareness-raising actions.

On this page, you'll find a selection of articles corresponding to awareness-raising work.

To find contact details for your national awareness centre, visit your Safer Internet Centre profile page.

2023-11-23 media literacy/education BIK Team

Today is the Safer Internet Forum 2023

The Forum seeks to discuss and showcase initiatives related to developing digital skills for children, parents and teachers while also paying attention to the needs of vulnerable children. This year’s edition takes place in a hybrid format in Brussels, Belgium and online with the theme of Empowering YOUth with skills for the Digital Decade. As part of the European Year of Skills and other policy frameworks, the Safer Internet Forum 2023 focuses on pillars two and three of the BIK+ strategy. It delves into digital empowerment and active participation/respect concerning children and young people. 

2023-11-20 media literacy/education BIK Team

World Children’s Day 2023: empowering youth for the digital decade

Today, 20 November 2023, marks a special day on the calendar. World's Children's Day was first established in 1954 as Universal Children's Day to encourage international togetherness, raise awareness among children worldwide, and improve children's welfare.

2023-11-18 media literacy/education BIK Team

European Day on the Protection of Children against Sexual Exploitation and Sexual Abuse

Today, 18 November 2023, marks the day of the European Day on the Protection of Children against Sexual Exploitation and Sexual Abuse. The Council of Europe created it to inform and discuss the importance of protecting children against child sexual exploitation. The theme of this year, “Learning from victims/survivors of childhood sexual violence to inspire policy change”, underscores the importance of engaging with victims at national and local levels.

2023-11-17 media literacy/education Austrian Safer Internet Centre

A guide to address incriminating content about war and terror online

During wars, attacks or disasters, social networks are flooded with information.  Discussing about these topics requires a thoughtful approach, addressing not only  the harsh realities but also the prevalence of fake news and propaganda. Here are a few tips to help children and young people deal with this type of content. 

2023-11-11 love, relationships, sexuality (online), media literacy/education BIK Youth Ambassador, Kathrin Morasch

ECPAT International Conference on child safety in Taipei

On 31 October 2023, ECPAT Taiwan hosted the ECPAT international conference on child safety. The conference covered a wide range of topics related to child safety online, from the impact of pornography to digital literacy and the role of schools and parents in fostering a safer online environment for children. The discussions were informative and provided valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities in child safety.

2023-11-07 media literacy/education BIK Youth Ambassador, Kathrin Morasch

Child safety in Tapei: Insights from the ECPAT International Conference

On 31 October 2023, ECPAT Taiwan hosted the ECPAT International Conference on child safety. Our BIK Youth Ambassador, Kathrin Morasch, a longtime advocate for online safety for children and youth, provides us with her insights regarding the conference and reflects on her involvement as a keynote speaker, sharing the perspective of the BIK+ strategy, youth participation and the European Union's rules protecting minors. 

2023-11-06 media literacy/education BIK Youth Ambassadors, João

IGF 2023 recap: insights from our Youth Ambassador

The 18th Internet Governance Forum (IGF) in Kyoto, Japan which took place from 8 to 12 October 2023, marked a pivotal moment in the world of online governance. Hosted by the Japanese Government, our BIK Youth Ambassador highlights his active role in this event.

Want to find out more about Safer Internet Centre (SIC) services and resources in your country?

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