Digital Awareness with Chautari Youth Club

young participants

core online-safety topics

Digital Kala facilitators

CYC

Chautari Youth Club, our partner

Why this session

Digital literacy is a right for every child and teenager

Digital literacy helps children and teenagers grow safely in a connected world. Young people spend a significant amount of time on digital platforms today. The internet offers great tools for learning. It also presents serious risks to young users. Digital safety training is a core part of modern child protection. Our workshop set out to bridge the knowledge gap for these 30 young individuals. We wanted to teach them how to enjoy the benefits of technology while staying completely safe from online harm.

Built with

A partnership rooted in child protection

In August 2024, Digital Kala organized a Digital Awareness Session for the youth of the Chautari Youth Club (CYC), part of Umbrella Organization Nepal. CYC is a dedicated child protection organization that works to support and safeguard children. A total of 30 young participants attended the interactive session. The session was led by Digital Kala team members Dipa Rai and Aastha Acharya. Unika Karmacharya supported the program throughout the afternoon.

In the classroom

What we covered

The session focused on the essential digital literacy skills that young users need first.

Foundational digital literacy

How the internet works

The trainers explained how the internet works. They showed the youth how to use digital devices responsibly.

Safe online practices

Knowing what is safe to click and download

The team taught the youth how to recognize safe websites. They also explained how to avoid downloading harmful files.

Privacy and data protection

Keeping personal information private

The youth learned why they should never share personal information online. The trainers gave clear examples, such as a home address or a school location.

Cyberbullying awareness

Handling bullying and supporting friends

The speakers gave practical advice on how to handle online bullying. They also showed the youth how to support friends who face digital harassment.

In the room

Curiosity, questions, and real practice

The 30 participants from Chautari Youth Club showed incredible curiosity throughout the afternoon. They asked great questions. They practiced real-world safety steps together.

By the end of the session, these young people had the confidence to navigate online platforms securely.

Thank you

Advocating for safer digital spaces for children

We extend our deep gratitude to Chautari Youth Club (CYC), part of Umbrella Organization Nepal, for collaborating with us on this important child protection effort. We also thank Dipa, Aastha, and Unika for their leadership and support. Digital Kala will continue to advocate for safer digital spaces for all children and youth.

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