- They can become targets of cyberbullying by peers and/or unknown users.
- Their reputation could be damaged and they might no longer be accepted among their friends.
- Removing digital content is very difficult and it is likely that such images will remain online forever.
- Their pictures might end up on pornographic websites.
- They can be extorted for money or sexual favours.
- They could attract the interest of peadophiles and criminals, who look for victims for sexual abuse and trafficking.
Bulgarian hashtag campaign against provocative selfies
For teenagers, it's extremely important to be popular and accepted by others. Nowadays, this is easier than ever, with likes, stickers and hashtags becoming the modern expressions of approval.
Related news
The rising importance of Artificial Intelligence (AI) literacy
As part of the #MediaSmartOnline campaign, aiming to spotlight media literacy actions across Europe and running in cooperation with the network of Safer Internet Centres (SICs) and the Media & Learning Association (MLA) within the framework of the Better Internet for Kids (BIK) initiative, we are producing articles on a series of focus topics related to media literacy. This week, we’re diving into artificial intelligence.
Safer Internet Day 2024 in Bosnia and Herzegovina: the importance of safe usage of digital technologies
This year's Safer Internet Day has been celebrated under the slogan "Surf safely - Together for a better Internet" on Tuesday, 6 February 2024. We used this opportunity to involve numerous actors in education, child protection, media policy, and the telecommunications sector to promote the safe and responsible use of the internet and digital technologies.
Safer Internet Day 2024 in Iceland
Safer Internet Day 2024 had a slightly different format in Iceland this year. Indeed, due to huge earthquakes and volcanic eruptions that affected the country's organisation and administration; the time to plan Safer Internet Day was short. Despite the circumstances, the Iceland Safer Internet Centre organised a successful conference on children's online well-being.