— Today I would like to particularly emphasize two dimensions of responsibility: children's safety in the online environment and equalizing educational and development opportunities. Safety first. Children and teenagers spend more and more time on the Internet. They often do not yet have the tools to properly recognize threats. We are talking about cyberbullying, addictions, dangerous contacts, but also about information manipulation and loss of privacy. These are the real experiences of young people, emphasized Marta Nawrocka.
The First Lady noted that these threats are often invisible to caregivers of children and young people. – That is why it is important that we do not leave children alone in the digital world – she emphasized.
Marta Nawrocka emphasized that an approach that “combines several elements” is needed in this matter. — Education so that children know how to use new technologies safely. Support to make parents and teachers feel competent and empowered in this role. Responsibility – also on the part of technology creators – emphasized the First Lady.
— Children's safety in the digital world cannot be an add-on, it must be its foundation – she emphasized.
Marta Nawrocka appeals for cooperation
— At the same time, we know that access to devices or the Internet alone is not enough. Competencies are key. The ability to think critically, consciously use information, and understand the mechanisms of technology. The ability to create, not consume, content. We notice that the development of digital competences is becoming one of the most important educational challenges also in Poland – Nawrocka continued.
The first lady also pointed out that technology, instead of reducing inequalities, can increase them – so action is important.
— Today we face a challenge that is global. Technologies know no borders – so our response should also be common. Cooperation and exchange of experiences are crucial today – she pointed out.
Marta Nawrocka also emphasized that “it depends on our decisions whether the digital world will become a space of opportunities for the young generation or a source of new divisions.” “It is our duty to ensure that it is, above all, a space for safe and wise development,” she said at the end.
