All About Safer Internet Day Celebrated on February 6

What is it?

Safer Internet Day strives to not just create a safer internet but also a better one. An internet where all are empowered to use technology respectfully, critically, creatively, and responsibly.

How did it originate?

Safer Internet Day was inaugurated in 2003 in Europe and is currently celebrated in over 100 countries. It’s coordinated by the Brussels-based Insafe/INHOPE Network on a global basis, and the European Commission supports them. Ever since 2013, ConnectSafely has been the official host for the US.

Main Topics

The main topic areas for 2024: Generative AI; picking on peers; civility, media literacy, and critical thinking; wellness, identity, and self-respect; scams, predators, and creeps.

Slogan

Every year on February 6 this day is celebrated with the hopes of showing people how to use the internet in a safe manner and to its full potential. The slogan “Together for a better internet” reflects this notion.

Target audience

The campaign wishes to reach out to not just children and teens, but also parents, educators, social workers, and even industries, decision-makers, and politicians. The audience is vast as everyone is involved online and has a major influence.

Live Program

The live program that will be taking place is called Smart Digital Parenting: Navigating Screens with Children & Teens. This is a virtual session that will be hosted in partnership with the National PTA. It will explore the impact of influencers, how to deal with kids feeling left out, talking to children about difficult topics, the pressure to be perfect, what generative AI means for your family, and online harassment and bullying.

Get Involved on Social Media

Participate in this event by posting about it on social media. Much of the campaigns activity will play out on social media so be sure to check the official X, Facebook, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn page of Safer Internet Day. You can use the hashtags #SaferInternetDay and #SID2024 to get involved.

Have Any Questions?

If you have any questions or concerns related to the internet and its safety, you can directly visit the website: www.saferinternetday.org/join where there is a tool available to help you find a Safer Internet Centre in your country. The SID community also encourages people to directly reach them via email: saferinternetday@betterinternetforkids.eu. For information regarding the US events taking place, you can visit https://saferinternetday.us/