DIGITAL SAFETY
The internet could be a wonderful tool for young minds, if only we protect them from its evils
In a world where every click holds a story, every child deserves to traverse the online universe with confidence and safety. Our expertise lies in weaving safety nets tailored for social media, ed-tech platforms, and gaming worlds, ensuring every digital adventure is secure and enriching. For the children and all those who take care of them.
SIZE AND SCOPE
How big is the issue?
CHILDERN EXPOSED TO CYBER BULLING
60%
Kids today explore all digital avenues, be it online learning, gaming, e-books, and even YouTube and other popular sites, for fun and education. Since COVID-19 flipped the script, downloads of educational tools soared by 90% in early 2020, pointing towards a future where digital classrooms could hit a massive USD 288.4 billion by 2030.
From gaming to music apps, every click can expose them to risks. And it's not just the kids who need guidance navigating unpleasant surprises; parents and educators are also figuring out this new terrain, looking for ways to keep the journey safe. The challenge is real for everyone involved.
CHILDERN ENCOUNTER
HARMFUL CONTENT ONLINE
27%
REPORT OF CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE MATERIAL ( CSAM )
32M
AVERAGE TIME IT TAKE TO GROOM A CHILD ONLINE
45mins
OUR APPROACH
How do we help?
At Space2Grow, we're more than consultants; we're partners in digital safety with a proven track record across varied clientele. Engaging with companies, policymakers, parents, educators, and caregivers, we embed ourselves as key stakeholders in children's digital lives. Our approach combines expertise and empathy, making the digital world a safer place for children to explore and grow.
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CONCEPT
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STRATEGY
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IMPLEMENTATION
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IMPACT
Cutting-Edge Research
Our proactive research uncovers emerging threats and opportunities, informing our innovative safety strategies.
Benchmarking Best Practices
We set the standard for digital safety, continually evaluating and enhancing our strategies to protect our youngest digital citizens.
Strategy Design
Establishing rigorous standards and compliance protocols to create a robust framework for online child safety.
Tech for Good
Designing and developing plug-and-play products that can be integrated with existing platforms ensuring a safe playground.
Tailored Safety Policies
Crafting bespoke policies that anticipate and mitigate digital risks, safeguarding children's online experiences.
Empowering Through Education
We empower all stakeholders with critical knowledge on digital safety, turning awareness into action.
Impact Assessment
Through rigorous social audits, we measure the tangible difference of interventions and recommend refinement of strategies.
IMPACT OF OUR WORK
Difference we made
Identified and helped address multiple vulnerabilities across sectors and client organisations. Created an evolving blueprint of future preparedness.
1,50,000+ Lives Impacted
200% Increase in child safety compliance
90% Incident Reduction
1st Online Child Safety Model Developed
Proprietary Online Safety Benchmarking Framework
WHO SHOULD TALK TO US
Organisations creating or providing services to children
Social Media Platforms, Messaging Platforms, Movies and Music platforms, Children’s content creators
TRUSTED BY
CASE STUDY
Trail blazers of the digital realm: Space2Grow's triumph in safeguarding children in online learning platforms
ABOUT THE ORGANISATION
Vedantu (Vedantu leads in live online education in India, offering K-12 and test prep classes on its app and website. With real-time interactive sessions, free content, and a vast user base, it's recognized globally for its innovative approach)
THE
PROBLEM
Amidst the pandemic's upheaval, online education emerged as a vital lifeline for students across India. However, this transition unearthed a troubling reality: the rampant increase in online abuse targeting children. Shockingly, from 2017 to 2020, over 24 lakh cases of online child sexual abuse were reported, disproportionately affecting vulnerable girls under 14. Despite the urgent demand for digital access in education, the safety of our children in the virtual realm was sorely overlooked.
OUR
SOLUTION
In response to this urgent crisis, Space2Grow, strategists within the social impact space, partnered with Vedantu, a leading edtech platform, to confront this pressing issue head-on. Spearheaded by the vision of Space2Grow for digital safety of children, we designed a robust solution - focused on the product, training, policy and government engagement to ensure child safety and compliance. Together with Vedantu we embarked on a mission to shield our children from the perils of the online world.
This collaboration lead to marquee and first of it’s kind interventions within online learning space - : awareness sessions for students and parents, intensive training for educators, and the implementation of robust reporting mechanisms. Under Space2Grow's guidance, Vedantu forged a sanctuary within the digital landscape, fortified by compassion, vigilance, and unwavering resolve.
SIGNIFICANT IMPACT
The impact was transformative. Empowered by knowledge and supported by a vigilant community, children found their voices, speaking out against abuse and bullying. Space2Grow's influence permeated every aspect, from real-time safeguards to compassionate interventions. Together, what got built was not just a platform but a safe space where every child’s safety is sacred. Engaging with government institutions illuminated the path forward, to creating a proactive solution to keep online learning spaces safe.
Over 1 million children were reached out through training, and the organisation reached a 76% child safety compliance in 2 years, based on the online learning benchmarking standards designed by Space2Grow.
A child on the platform - impacted by online safety measures shared, "Knowing that I have a comfortable space within Vedantu to share my experience, makes me feel safe and heard. I feel empowered to speak up against anything that doesn't feel right."
RESOURCES
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