Digital Futures for Children centre (DFC)

??We are live today from The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) for the annual DFC Day, reflecting on the insights from research in our first year. First up, 5Rights Chair Baroness Beeban Kidron And DFC Director Prof Sonia Livingstone They are discussing the need for research that supports rights respecting policies on the digital age. #childrights #digitalfutures4children #DFC #policy

?? Is the Internet Good for Children? ???? ?? Watch the lecture here: https://lnkd.in/eyx7Xpw6 Professor Sonia Livingstone draws a striking parallel: ?? ???????????? ???????????????????? ???????????? ???????????? ?????? ????????????????, ???? ???????? ???????? ?????? ????????????????? ???? ?????? ???????? ?????? ???? ?????? ????????... ???????? ?????? ?????? ?????? ??????????: ????’?? ?????? ???????????? ????????’?? ????????????, ???? ???????? ???????? – ???????? ?????????????????? ????????, ?????????? ?????? ?????? ??????????????, ?????????????? ???????????? ???? ???????????????????? ????????????????????, ???????? ???? ?????????????????? ???? ?????????? ???? ???????? ???????? ??????????????, ???????? ???????? ??????????????????, ??????.? ?????? ???????????? ???? ?????? ???? ?????? ????????, (???????????? ???????????? ???? ???????????????? ?????????????? ?????????? ???? ????????). ??????, ??????????????, ???????????????? ?????????? ???? ???????????????????????? ?????? ???????????? ???? ?????????????? ????????????????’?? ??????????, ?????????????????? ???????????? ?????? ???????????? ???????? ????????????. ???? ?????? ?????? ?????? ???????? ???? ?????? ????????????????. ???? ???? ???????? ?????? ????????????????? ???? ?????????? ????. ???? ???????????? ????.? ?????? ?????????? ???? ???????? ???? ?????? ?????? ???????????? ???????????? ???????? ???? ?????????????????????? ????????????????’?? ?????????????? ?????????? ???? ???? ???????? ????????. Our DigitalFutures4Children research offers a constructive solution: Child Rights by Design — a framework to create safer, fairer, and more empowering digital spaces for children. Let’s work together to build a better digital future for the next generation. ?? #DigitalFutures4Children #DigitalWellbeing #ChildRights

??Child rights by design is the way forward if we want the internet to be good for children says Sonia Livingstone at the #DigitalFutures4children public lecture Cohosted by The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) and 5Rights https://lnkd.in/g5e_9aug

??? Is the Internet good for children?... It can be. Professor Sonia Livingstone unpacks how with Professor Ellen Helsper (chair), during today’s lecture organised by the joint 5Rights-The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) Digital Futures for Children centre (DFC). By adopting a children’s rights lens, we can build an evidence-based path towards a digital future that respects and empowers children. ?? The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), Sheikh Zayed Theatre (and online) ?? 27 Nov, 18:30-20:00 (UCT) https://lnkd.in/exUKjr5W #DigitalFutures4Children #Childrights #OnlineSafety #DFC

?? ?????????????? ???????? ?????????? ??????????????: Insights from the APA’s New Report ?? The American Psychological Association (APA), a leader in psychological research, has released a new report on achieving healthy video viewing habits for teens. This comprehensive report includes contributions from experts across many disciplines, including the Digital Futures for Children centre (DFC)’s own Professor Sonia Livingstone. The findings highlight both opportunities and challenges in the digital space, organised into four key areas: 1?? ?????????????? ?? Concerns about violence, sexual content, and negative stereotypes remain, but the report sheds light on a newer influence: ???????????????????? ?????????????????????????? ???????? ??????????????????????. - ?????????????????????? ?????????? ?????????????????????? ?????????????????? ???????? ??????????, making the short-form video format particularly impactful. - Researchers emphasize the need to consider this influence when discussing healthy video habits. 2?? ???????????????? ?? Video content has positive impacts we must acknowledge. - ?????????? ?????? ???????????? ???? ???????????? ???????????? ?????? ???????????????? ???????????? ????????, as well as educational and entertainment content. - ?????????? ?????????????? ?????????????? ??????????????????, especially for teens with disabilities and LGBTQ+ youth, though research gaps remain for minority groups. 3?? ???????????????????? ???????????? ?? ?????? ???????????? ???? ???????????????????? ???? ?????????????????? ???? ??????????????????????.? - Features like “Watch more” prompts contribute to extended screen time, affecting teens' mental and physical health. -????? ?????????? ???????? ??????????,?from perpetuating unrealistic body standards to spreading misinformation. 4?? ?????????????????? ? The report outlines practical, actionable recommendations for various stakeholders. - ??????????????: Encourage open conversations and set boundaries for harmful content. - ???????? ??????????????????: Take responsibility by reducing harmful content and promoting diverse perspectives. - ??????????????????:?Equip teens with digital literacy skills to become informed users of video platforms. ?? ???????? ???? ?????????? ????????? Explore the full report and its impactful insights here: https://lnkd.in/d93MAy84 ?? Let’s foster a healthier digital environment for the next generation together! ??

? Two days to go! ? Don’t miss the inspiring talk by Sonia Livingstone, chaired by Ellen Helsper. ????? Stick around afterward for a drinks reception and some great conversation! ?? #DigitalFutures4Children #ChildRights #MustAttend #Networking #Inspiration ??Is the internet good for children? ?? Wednesday 27 Nov 2024 | 6.30pm to 8.00pm | In-person & online ??Location: Sheikh Zayed Theatre, Cheng Kin Ku Building ???In-person: no ticket or registration required ??To attend online: register here https://lnkd.in/euYtfnm6 ??Hosted by the Digital Futures for Children centre (DFC), Department of Media and Communications, The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) & 5Rights

??Does keeping children safe online require banning them from social media? Professor Sonia Livingstone, Director of the joint 5Rights-LSE Digital Futures for Children centre (DFC), spoke with Kait Borsay, Times Radio, on how banning children from social media may not be the right solution to keeping children safe online. The UK Government recently announced that safety by design would be a strategic priority in enforcing the Online Safety Act. A great step toward making the digital world safe for children without limiting their ability to communicate with friends. ??Want to know more about whether bans are the right approach to keeping children safe in the digital age? Tune into our latest episode of #TechThisOut! https://lnkd.in/dR3QYZVW #SocialMediaBan #SafetyByDesign #OnlineSafety The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)

??Is the internet good for children? With public anxiety growing around children's digital lives, learn how a rights-based approach can put children's needs at the forefront of digital services by registering for the Digital Futures for Children centre (DFC) lecture by Sonia Livingstone (chair: Ellen Helsper). ?? The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), Sheikh Zayed Theatre (and online) ?? 27 Nov, 6:30-8 PM (GMT) https://lnkd.in/exUKjr5W #DigitalFutures4Children #Childrights #OnlineSafety #DFC

?? Celebrating #WorldChildrensDay and 100 years of the Geneva Declaration of the Rights of the Child! ??DFC's 5 things not to miss today: 1?? Is the internet good for children Register for the public lecture by Sonia Livingstone, Chair: Ellen Helsper ??Wed 27 Nov 2024 | 18:30-20:00 | In-person and online | ??Followed by a drinks reception ?? https://lnkd.in/euYtfnm6 2??DFC Research database Access to good evidence about children and young people's digital lives and rights ??https://lnkd.in/eAwM_PZm 3??"Your Rights Online Toolkit" for children and young people Learn, discuss, advocate ?? https://lnkd.in/eGRhYDMe 4?? Watch and engage A global view of current practices for children and digital environments | Today @ 16:00 CET - Sonia Livingstone as part of an evidence panel at the International Telecommunication Union's event ?? https://lnkd.in/e5V3isg4 TechThisOut podcast by 5Rights: Youth Ambassador Jessica and Sonia Livingstone talk about phone bans in schools ?? https://lnkd.in/eptXETwF 5?? Endorse and advocate The 2024 Geneva Declaration on the Rights of the Child ?? https://lnkd.in/eCH82GKN #RightsAware - 5Rights campaign for involving children and young people in decision-making ?? https://lnkd.in/ek9FP6ED

?? Celebrating #WorldChildrensDay and 100 years of the Geneva Declaration of the Rights of the Child! ??DFC's 5 things not to miss today: 1?? Is the internet good for children Register for the public lecture by Sonia Livingstone, Chair: Ellen Helsper ??Wed 27 Nov 2024 | 18:30-20:00 | In-person and online | ??Followed by a drinks reception ?? https://lnkd.in/euYtfnm6 2??DFC Research database Access to good evidence about children and young people's digital lives and rights ??https://lnkd.in/eAwM_PZm 3??"Your Rights Online Toolkit" for children and young people Learn, discuss, advocate ?? https://lnkd.in/eGRhYDMe 4?? Watch and engage A global view of current practices for children and digital environments | Today @ 16:00 CET - Sonia Livingstone as part of an evidence panel at the International Telecommunication Union's event ?? https://lnkd.in/e5V3isg4 TechThisOut podcast by 5Rights: Youth Ambassador Jessica and Sonia Livingstone talk about phone bans in schools ?? https://lnkd.in/eptXETwF 5?? Endorse and advocate The 2024 Geneva Declaration on the Rights of the Child ?? https://lnkd.in/eCH82GKN #RightsAware - 5Rights campaign for involving children and young people in decision-making ?? https://lnkd.in/ek9FP6ED