Child Online Protection (COP) is a global challenge, and it requires a holistic approach and a global response, international cooperation, and national coordination to protect children from online risks and potential harm and empower them to fully benefit from online opportunities. ITU works to protect and empower children online, everywhere. Across five Regions, we support relevant stakeholders to contribute to the protection of children's rights in the Cyberspace.

Safety and protection of children online has become a paramount concern. The rapid growth of internet access and emerging technologies has brought numerous opportunities for learning and social interaction. This session will explore current global trends and emerging risks for child protection in Cyberspace, identify key challenges, and explore innovative opportunities for collective response. It will also explore how to foster children and young people engagement in the global effort to protect children in Cyberspace.

The DQ Institute (DQI) has been a global pioneer in child online safety and digital citizenship education for the past two decades. Digital Intelligence (DQ) has become the global standard for digital literacy, digital skills, and digital readiness, as standardized by the IEEE Standards Association (IEEE 3527.1™). It has been endorsed by the OECD and the World Economic Forum, and is used and referenced in over 100 countries. This session will discuss key takeaways from DQI’s previous experiences in child online safety and introduce a strategy to empower children, parents, and engineers with different aspects of digital intelligence to enhance child online safety globally.

In the evolving technological age, children are increasingly exposed to a myriad of online risks, including cyberbullying, inappropriate content, and exploitation. The global nature of the internet means that these threats are ubiquitous, affecting children across all borders and socio-economic backgrounds. The complexity and sophistication of online dangers necessitate a comprehensive understanding of the tools available to protect our youngest internet users. This session will explore the essential tools and strategies crucial for protecting children online by exploring a range of technological and educational resources designed to enhance online safety for children, from parental controls and cybersecurity measures to educational programs and key literacy initiatives. The session will also explore the most promising and innovative tools and approaches to ensure a safer online environment for children. Key Questions: What are the most significant technological advancements in tools for child online protection in recent years? How do global variations in internet access and technological infrastructure impact the effectiveness of these protective tools? What are the primary challenges in implementing these tools across diverse educational and socio-economic environments? What role do government policies and regulations play in promoting and mandating the use of child online protection tools? How can advanced parental control technologies be optimized to effectively safeguard children from emerging online threats? What are the most promising and innovative tools and approaches to ensure a safer online environment for children?