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Abu Dhabi launches online child safety guide for parents

Sunday, 23 August 2020 11:25

Authorities in Abu Dhabi are taking further steps to ensure that children are safe online.

They have launched a comprehensive guide to help parents and caregivers develop good digital habits in kids from a young age.

It focuses on all kinds of risks that children are likely to face on social media, electronic gaming and other digital platforms.

The online guide also has information on dealing with issues and reporting them, as well as resources for children of determination.

It has been launched by the Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority (ECA) as part of its Takween Summer Programme 2020.

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