Know to Protect campaign promotes online safety for children and parents

The recent government meeting on March 5, 2025, focused on the urgent issue of online child exploitation, highlighting the launch of the Know2Protect® campaign. This initiative aims to educate and empower children, teens, parents, trusted adults, and policymakers to prevent and combat online abuse.

During the meeting, officials emphasized the tactics used by predators, noting that they often target the most accessible children through social media and online interactions. They urged parents and guardians to actively monitor their children's online presence, including friend lists and gaming contacts, to create a safer digital environment. The importance of open communication was stressed, encouraging children to discuss any uncomfortable online encounters with trusted adults.

The Know2Protect campaign recognizes the vastness of the problem, asserting that law enforcement alone cannot solve the issue of online exploitation. Instead, it calls for community involvement and proactive measures to safeguard children in the digital space. The campaign aims to foster a collaborative effort among families, educators, and policymakers to address this critical concern effectively.

As the meeting concluded, officials reiterated the need for collective action to ensure the safety of children online, highlighting that everyone has a role to play in this ongoing battle against exploitation.