Fiji Plans Embedding Digital Literacy in Schools
(MENAFN) In reaction to the increasing incidents of virtual abuse, Fiji’s Online Safety Commission (OSC) is intensifying its efforts to incorporate digital literacy instruction into the nation's educational curriculum.
Commissioner Filipe Batiwale stated that this initiative is aimed at arming students with the essential abilities to safely engage with the online environment.
This includes safeguarding private data, detecting damaging materials, and reporting instances of cyber abuse, according to Fiji Broadcasting Corporation on Tuesday.
The commission is collaborating with the Ministry of Education to implement a structured digital awareness syllabus in both primary and secondary education institutions.
Batiwale emphasized that apart from promoting internet safety, the program will also emphasize ethical online conduct.
This entails respectful online interactions, recognizing false information, and understanding the concept of consent—particularly concerning the dissemination of personal and visual content.
This action follows increasing worries regarding the surge in cyberbullying, digital harassment, and the unauthorized distribution of intimate media in Fiji.
The OSC has observed a consistent rise in grievances associated with online misconduct, especially affecting minors and adolescents.
Individuals have reported facing issues ranging from public humiliation and impersonation to intimidation and harassment.
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