Safer Internet Day 2017: Let’s Do What’s Right Online!

Safer Internet Day is all about gathering like-minded people to create a safer, better internet for everyone. Every year, on the second Tuesday of February, the whole world comes together to make the internet a better place. Safer Internet Day kicked off in Europe in 2004 and is celebrated by over 100 countries globally. The Media Literacy Concil spearheaded Singapore’s participation in 2013 and continues to celebrate the event each year through its Better Internet Campaign.

Based on our four core values of respect, empathy, responsibility and integrity , the Better Internet Campaign raises awareness of cyber wellness issues that affect all of us, and encourages internet users to unite and play their part in creating a safer, better internet for everyone.

Highlights of the Better Internet Campaign 2017

2017’s Better Internet Campaign featured a Better Internet Youth forum and showcased some real-life stories of change. The highlight of 2017’s campaign was a celebration of Safer Internet Day at Google Asia Pacific’s new office. More than 120 students and educators joined in the fun and to also discuss online issues and their solutions.

Real Life Stories of Change

From being distressed by cyber bullies, to being empowered to start a movement for greater responsibility on the internet, these real-life stories chronicle the life-changing transformations of our Better Internet Campaign exemplars as they bring about a positive change in their community.

Chong Ee Jay

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Better Internet Youth Forum: Event Highlights

Over a hundred youths gathered at the Better Internet Youth Forum to gain inspiration from leading content creators and brainstorm ideas to encourage Digital Literacy among their peers.