Tag: Children
Ofcom Enforces the Children’s Codes
New regulations from Ofcom have come into effect requiring tech companies to implement measures as part of the enforcement of the Children’s Codes.
25th July 2025
Record-Breaking Safer Internet Day 2025
Safer Internet Day 2025 saw a record-breaking 57% of children and young people aged 8-17 in the UK hearing about the day.
2nd June 2025
Take Our Survey: Share Your Experience on Your Child's First Smartphone
SWGfL has launched a new survey aimed at parents and carers who have either given — or are planning to give — their child their first smartphone.
7th May 2025
StopNCII.org Shortlisted for WSIS Prize 2025
We are delighted to announce that StopNCII.org has been shortlisted for a World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Prize 2025
24th April 2025
UK Safer Internet Centre Attends the ITU Regional Development Forum for Europe 2025
The ITU Regional Development Forum for Europe 2025 was a significant gathering aimed at fostering dialogue and collaboration in the digital sector.
11th March 2025
New Version of ‘So You Got Naked Online’ Released
SWGfL has released a new version of So You Got Naked Online, to provide children, guardians and teachers with essential advice on sexting incidents.
29th November 2024
Roblox Updates Parental Controls and Introduces New Safety Features for Under 13s
Roblox has announced that they will be implementing new changes aimed at ensuring that users, particularly those under 13, have a safer, less harmful online experience.
26th November 2024
SWGfL’s Response to Ofcom’s Codes of Practice
The publication of two pivotal Codes of Practice by Ofcom has now been published. Read our response in our latest article.
17th July 2024
UK Safer Internet Centre Releases Manifesto Calling for Stronger Online Protections
We are calling on the new government to join us in ensuring that stronger online protections are implemented to keep individuals safe online.
1st July 2024
SWGfL to Explore Child Reporting Initiatives to Combat Online Abuse
SWGfL has been chosen to collaborate with Safe Online to explore child friendly reporting
26th June 2024
Ofcom Data Reveals 1 in 3 Children Aged 5 -7 Use Social Media Unsupervised
The latest research from Ofcom has revealed the current online landscape of children and young people using technology.
23rd April 2024
Safer Internet Day 2024 Theme Announced
The UK Safer Internet Centre announced that the new Safer Internet Day theme will be ‘Inspiring change? Making a difference, managing influence and navigating change online’
4th October 2023
New AI Topic Hub Launched
We have just released a brand-new topic hub that explores the ins and outs of artificial intelligence with considerations for schools included.
12th June 2023
New Apple Feature Warns Users About Unwanted Nude Images
Apple have announced that they will include a ‘Sensitive Content Warning’ when adults receive a photo or a video that contains nude imagery. Find out more in this article.
7th June 2023
Staying Safe When Buying and Selling Personal Items Online
In this guidance we explore the process of buying and selling personal items online and what needs to be considered for staying safe.
16th May 2023
Liverpool FC Join UKSIC for Safer Internet Day Film
As part of Safer Internet Day, we'll be showing a film of what happened at Liverpool FC when students got to visit Anfield stadium. Find out more in this article.
3rd February 2023