A joint submission advocating for the meaningful integration of the protection of children from online risks and harms into the Global Digital Compact, bringing together the expertise and voices of 43 child rights organisations and partners, was released. The Global Digital Compact, to be agreed at the Summit of the Future in September 2024, will outline 'common principles for an open, free and secure digital future for all'.
To ensure that the digital world is safe for children, this joint submission outlines key principles and commitments that key actors should follow, including