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End Digital Poverty Week 2026: Why Digital Inclusion Matters for Children and Young People
7-13 September 2026 marks the first-ever End Digital Poverty Week, led by the Digital Poverty Alliance. Previously observed as a single day of action, the…
Develop Your Digital Skills: Learning Opportunities for Professionals Supporting Children and Young People
The digital world is constantly evolving, creating new opportunities and challenges for children and young people. Whether you’re working in education, health, social care, youth…
Young People Are Worried About Online Privacy – Here’s How We Can Support Them
Through our recent youth engagement work with Barnardo’s Scotland, hearing from children and young people across Greater Glasgow and Clyde about their online experiences, one…
Growing Up Online: What Young People Told Us About Digital Life and Mental Health
Young people today are growing up in a world where being online is simply part of everyday life. From staying in touch with friends to…
Social Media Series – Instagram
This guide is designed to help those who support young people understand how Instagram works, the potential benefits, and the risks to be aware of….
Should we ban under-16s from social media?
In March 2026, the UK Government launched a consultation on how to improve children’s relationships with mobile phones and social media. It links to wider…
Smart Tech, Safe Choices: What Responsible AI Use Means for Young People
Safer Internet Day takes place this year on the 10th February, with the theme ‘Smart tech, safe choices’, focusing on the safe and responsible use…
Supporting Healthy Digital Habits in 2026
At this time of year, many of us reflect on our habits and may be setting resolutions for 2026. With children and young people spending…
There’s no excuse. We must end digital violence against all women and girls
Violence against women and girls (VAWG) is any act of gender-based violence that could cause an individual harm. It can have devastating impacts on individuals’…
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