CARNET partners with the Center for Missing and Abused Children to create a safer internet for children

In order to increase the safety of children on the Internet and educate young people about the safe use of technology, the Center for Missing and Abused Children and CARNET have signed an agreement on cooperation in the counseling center of the Center for a Safer Internet. This marks the beginning of a new era of collaboration with the goal of enhancing online safety for children and educating youth about responsible technology use.

The agreement signifies an important step towards creating a safer online environment for children and young people, as well as strengthening joint efforts in preventing child abuse and disappearances. Through this partnership, CARNET will provide technical support and resources to the Center for Missing and Abused Children, while the Center will leverage its experience in working with youth to develop innovative educational programs in partnership with CARNET.

Tomislav Ramljak, the head of the Center for Missing and Abused Children, emphasized that this collaboration is crucial in connecting key stakeholders responsible for the well-being and education of children. By exchanging experiences and working together, they aim to respond more effectively to the challenges of creating a safer digital environment for children.

The ultimate goal of this collaboration is to empower children and young people with knowledge and tools for safe and responsible Internet use. Additionally, the partnership aims to support parents and teachers in safeguarding children from online dangers. CARNET Director Hrvoje Puljiz highlighted the joint responsibility for ensuring a safe online environment for young people and expressed the intention to provide a safer digital future for children through this collaboration.

Since its opening in March, the counseling center of the Center for a Safer Internet has become a key resource for providing support and guidance to parents, children, and teachers. The Center has been a member of the international organization Insafe since 2015, coordinating the Helpline for safer internet centers across the EU. Additionally, the Center operates a Hotline for reporting illegal content anonymously.