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Steps To Make Our Online World Fun And Safe
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This is a child friendly adaptation of the Guidelines for the Governance of Digital Platforms published on November 2023 by United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
Hey Abena, Look at my brand new phone!
Well, my mom just arrived from Nairobi and She got one for me and another for my brother.
Wow, That must be nice, but be careful with it, phones can be terrifying as much as they are exciting.
Wow, that looks so pretty, who bought it for you?
Why?? are phones really
bad or you are just jealous.
Wow, That must be nice, but be careful with it, phones can be terrifying as much as they are exciting.
Yes! It’s like our second home.
It’s true! But you know what? We can make our online space awesome again!
Yeah, but you know that lately there has been bad stuff on the internet like fake news, mean stuff, and even violence talk.
I guess.
Really? How?
Picture this: everyone, like countries,companies, and even us normal people, teaming up. We all have a role in keeping things cool and safe.
That sounds like an awesome squad for the internet! But what’s the plan?
Well, everyone needs to be transparent and accountable, like showing their cool badges. Countries,companies and even us, need to work together, following some cool guidelines.
Guidelines?
Like a
code?
Exactly! The guidelines make sure freedom of expression and our information are the VIPs.
Exactly! The guidelines make sure freedom of expression and our information are the VIPs.
How many guidelines are there?
1. Human Rights Check
2. Follow International Rules:
3. Be Open and Honest:
4. Share Information:
5. Take Responsibility:
I think you can use your phone, but remember to be careful, and don’t give anyone you don’t know your information
Adeee, It is getting late and I am so tired. Next week I will explain to you how to be safe online. What to do, and what not to do. Until then be careful.