Research updates
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Age bans on social media
10th August 2026
A new EU Kids Online report examines children’s social media use, online risks and opportunities, and their views on age bans. The findings show that children are ambivalent about age restrictions and point towards safety-by-design and child rights-by-design approaches rather than blanket bans.
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Latin America: children’s digital experiences
17th June 2026
Children across Latin America are going online earlier, using a growing range of platforms, and navigating an increasingly complex online environment. Yet their experiences remain profoundly shaped by inequalities in access, skills and support. A new report from the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (CEPAL), developed in collaboration with the Kids Online Latin America network.
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Protection through Online Participation
9th June 2026
We were pleased to support the publication of the new report, PoP: Protection through Online Participation – Guiding principles to facilitate children’s access to protection and support through digital means. The PoP Principles provide global guidance on strengthening online reporting and support systems for children.
