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International Missing Children’s Day, 25 May

  International Missing Children's Day, 25 May, is a day where people around the world commemorate the missing children who have found their way home, remember those who have been victims of crime, and continue efforts to find those who are still missing. The symbol for International Missing Children's Day is the forget-me-not flower. The main purpose of International Missing Children's Day is to encourage everyone to think about children who remain missing and to spread a message of hope.
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10/08/2018
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Digital Civility Index

Microsoft is challenging people around the world to embrace “digital civility” and to treat each other with respect and dignity online. It may sound simple, but new Microsoft research shows people are concerned about the tone of online interactions and worry that risks will increase in the future. The research prompted the creation of Digital Civility Index, a newly announced measure of people’s safety online and exposure to risks. A study has been conducted in 14 countries, gauging the attitudes and perceptions of teens (ages 13-17) and adults (ages 18-74) about the state of digital civility today.
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10/08/2018
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Workshop “Fight against Child Sexual Abuse Online”

On 20-21. February, 2017, at the Hotel Bristol, Sarajevo, the Workshop was held on the topic of "Fight against Child Sexual Abuse Online" organized by the Ministry of Security of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Technical Assistance and Information Exchange instrument of the European Commission (TAIEX). Objective of the workshop is to increase efficiency in the fight against any form of abuse and ill-treatment of children and adolescents through information and communication technologies, and contributing to the improvement of institutional capacities in order to prevent sexual abuse of children on the Internet in accordance with international standards and best practices,…
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10/08/2018
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Facebook Safety

Dear Parents, Everyday, parents come to Facebook to ask for advice in Groups, share pictures of their kids or just stay connected with family in different places. And for many parents, they also have questions about how Facebook works once their kids join. That's why today we are launching the Parent's Portal ( www.facebook.com/safety/parents ), a new section of the Facebook Safety Center. Whether you have a personal account, or whether your teen has one, we've compiled some basic information and tips to help you get the most out of your experience and help your child navigate their experience. We're also pleased…
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10/08/2018