Creating a safer - and better - internet

Family gathered around a laptopUnder the framework of the European Commission’s Safer Internet Programme, Insafe and INHOPE work together to deliver a safer and better internet. The two networks promote safe, responsible use of the internet and mobile devices to children, young people and families as well as working to identify and remove illegal content online, across Europe and beyond.
 
Through a network of Safer Internet Centres (SICs), typically comprising an awareness centre, helpline, hotline and youth panel, children and young people, and their parents, carers and teachers, can access information, advice, support and resources, or indeed report any illegal content they encounter online. Click on the map above to view further information on your local Safer Internet Centre and its services.

Resource spotlight - Insafe resource special

Safer Internet Day 2013 report is now available! 

The tenth edition of Safer Internet Day (SID) was a huge success. The SID 2013 report provides an overview of all the activities and key successes from across the Insafe network and beyond. Consult the full public report or the summary from the homepage of the Safer Internet Day website.

Latest news

Road table debate: Beat Bullying: From Schoolyard to Cyber Space

Insafe coordinator | 19/06/2013

A round table debate will be hosted in the European Parliament on ‘Beat Bullying: From Schoolyard to Cyber Space' on 25 June 2013, 14:00-16:00, Room A3G3 (ASP). The objective of this event is to share examples of best practice in tackling bullying and cyber bullying from the perspective of NGOs, businesses and the EU. Bullying and cyber bullying is a growing problem that affects thousands of children and young people in Europe every day, often with devastating consequences.Read more

Insafe at EuroDIG

Insafe coordinator | 19/06/2013

The 6th edition of the European Dialogue on Internet Governance (EuroDIG) will take place in Lisbon, Portugal on 20-21 June 2013. The event will bring together some 600 representatives from civil society, business, governments, parliaments and international organisations to discuss the most recent European developments concerning the internet and the public policy challenges ahead. Members of the Insafe network will be there to contribute to the discussion.Read more

"Insafe Eye": Can we change the world?

Insafe coordinator | 18/06/2013

Each week, the Insafe team will publish a new blog article discussing eSafety issues (latest news, publications, resources, etc.) and Insafe network activities generally. This week we focus on youth participation Follow the 'Insafe Eye' and keep updated on different online trends.Read more

Learn more about the Insafe network activities

Insafe coordinator | 11/06/2013

The Insafe/INHOPE networks have recently compiled information about its main activities. The information sheets provide an overview the three core services of the network.Read more

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Latest newsletter

Welcome to the 81st edition of the Insafe newsletter. Europe Day will be marked next Thursday, 9 May and so, in this edition, we celebrate the many examples of cross-Europe collaboration in our work. 

You will also find updated news on plans for Safer Internet Day 2014, information on the latest resources from across the Insafe network, and updates on the latest research and surveys. 

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New resource for parents

Digital Universe - Who are your kids talking to?

Our new three-minute animation tackles the parental concern of ‘Who are your kids talking to online?’, providing practical tips for parents to help their children stay safe.

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