KATHMANDU, NEPAL, MAY 22nd, 2025 – The Learning, Innovation and Knowledge Exchange (LIKE) Lab at Kathmandu University School of Arts hosted a research seminar on “Online Child Protection & Well-Being” at the Seminar Hall, Hattiban. The session aimed to raise awareness about the challenges and opportunities of protecting children in digital spaces.
Facilitated by Ms. Anushka Shrestha, the seminar featured a presentation by Mr. Sulav Ratna Bajracharya, Research Associate at ChildSafeNet, a not-for-profit organization working to make digital environments safer for children and young people.
Key Highlights
- Mr. Bajracharya provided an overview of risks such as online addiction, cyberbullying, and sexual exploitation, emphasizing the urgent need to create safer digital environments for children.
- He highlighted parents’ critical role in protecting children online, including monitoring internet use, understanding social media platforms, and setting appropriate screen time limits.
- The seminar stressed promoting digital literacy among children and youth to empower them to navigate online spaces responsibly.
- The study advised parents to exercise caution when sharing photos and videos of their children on platforms like TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram.
- Mr. Bajracharya stressed that the minimum legal age for creating social media accounts is 13 years, urging the participants to remain vigilant about compliance.
- Risks linked to certain apps and games (e.g., FreeFire, PUBG, Omegle, Tinder) were discussed, highlighting exposure to violence, inappropriate content, and online predators.
Way Forward
The session concluded with an interactive discussion where participants raised concerns about parental awareness gaps and effective strategies for safeguarding children in digital environments.
