Research updates
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Tech & Teens: the impact of digital technology on wellbeing
11th February 2025
In celebration of Safer Internet Day 2025, Global Kids Online is excited to announce the release of a new report by our partner network – EU Kids Online and the Interdisciplinary Research Team on Internet and Society (IRTIS). The report presents key findings from 15 comprehensive studies that explore the impact of digital technology use on adolescent wellbeing.
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Kazakhstan Kids Online
2nd December 2024
The Kazakhstan Kids Online study is a pioneering effort to deepen understanding of children’s use of digital technology in Kazakhstan. Conducted in 2023, this national research study engaged children, caregivers, and teachers and represents the latest addition to the Global Kids Online network. The study explores the extent and nature of children’s digital engagement, the opportunities and benefits the internet offers, children’s experiences of online risks and harms, and the strategies used to mitigate these. In doing so, the study contributes to fulfilling the mandate of the UNCRC General Comment No. 25 on children’s rights in the digital environment.
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Sexually exploitative practices against children
18th July 2024
The UN Special Rapporteur on the sale and sexual exploitation of children has recently invited stakeholders to contribute to a report exploring the existing and emerging sexually exploitative practices and abuse against children in the digital environment. Drawing on primary data from the Disrupting Harm project’s survey with 12-17-year-olds across several countries, Global Kids Online provided input on the how technologies are being used to facilitate the sexual exploitation and abuse of children, and offer practical recommendations for making child online safety a reality.
