Celebrating Safer Internet Day 2025

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Dear Listers,

Today is Safer Internet Day (SID)
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a global initiative that promotes awareness about digital safety by
addressing issues like cyberbullying and privacy breaches.

KICTANet is actively involved in promoting a safer internet environment
through various initiatives.

We believe that everyone has a role to play in making the internet a safer
and more inclusive space for all.

Through advocacy, capacity building, and policy engagement, we work to
empower individuals and communities with the knowledge and tools to
navigate the digital world securely.

Join us in celebrating Safer Internet Day as we champion responsible online
behavior and stronger digital protections.

Our Initiatives

Combacting Online Gender Based Violence(OGBV).

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We have created an OGBV tracker to document incidents across Africa and
advocate for policies to combat them at national and regional levels. We
publish quarterly reports on the status of the tracker
Track it here!
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Cyber Hygiene Awareness for SMEs.
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We have developed a comprehensive cyber hygiene curriculum with various
resources like videos, animations
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comic strips, factsheets, and posters to promote cyber hygiene among Small
and Medium-sized Enterprises in Kenya.
Watch here

Digital Enquirer Kit.
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This is a free e-learning guide to empower individuals with fact-seeking
skills for a safer online information space.
Become a digital incquirer
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Lexicon for Safer Digital Spaces.
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KICTANet recognises technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV) as
a growing concern and is working to address cyber harassment, particularly
against women, girls, and persons with disabilities.
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Data Privacy.
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We emphasise that protecting personal data is essential for fostering trust
in digital systems and enabling the secure adoption of technology
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Upcoming Webinar
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How does disinformation fuel radicalization and violent extremism? What
role does technology play in shaping these threats? Join us for a
thought-provoking discussion on “The Nexus Between Disinformation,
Radicalization, and Violent Extremism.”
Register here
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As a multistakeholder think tank, KICTANet drives policy discussions aimed
at fortifying Kenya’s digital landscape against emerging cyber threats
through advocacy efforts involving public awareness campaigns and
stakeholder engagement.

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Summary by: Neeema Mujesia
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officer at KICTANet