Protection of children

Protecting children in the digital environment is an important policy goal across the world. Various regulatory approaches have been adopted to minimize risks (such as exposure to pornography or cyberbullying) and maximize opportunities (such as enhancing creativity or access to information) for youth. These approaches often combine legislative measures, self-and co-regulation, media literacy, education, and awareness initiatives and the use of technical tools to empower parents and children. Most policies are based on a multi-stakeholder approach, engaging governments, international organizations, industry, civil society, schools, and encouraging parents and young users themselves to assume responsibility.status: publishe