On February 10, 2026, the world celebrates the 22nd anniversary of Safer Internet Day (SID). What began as a local initiative in 2004 has grown into a flagship global movement, now spanning over 160 countries.
This year, the focus remains steadfast on promoting the safe, responsible, and positive use of digital technology, with a primary mission to empower children and young people in the digital age.
In the Western Balkans, Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Montenegro are leading the charge with innovative programs tailored to the unique needs of their youth.
🔗 Resources: https://better-internet-for-kids.europa.eu/en/saferinternetday
Albania is marking Safer Internet Day 2026 with an extensive nationwide program focused on digital literacy and protection. Central to these efforts is a multi-stakeholder collaboration between public authorities, civil society, and the internet industry.
Most notably, the first lesson in all public schools will be dedicated to online safety as part of the “Cyberbullying is not a game” national campaign, ensuring children across the country are immediately equipped with the tools to identify and report digital harassment.
Organiser: Safer Internet Centre in Albania iSIGURT.al
🔗 Read more: https://isigurt.al/shqiperia-gati-per-hapjen-e-fushates-kombetare-per-diten-e-internetit-te-sigurt/
Bosnia and Herzegovina’s approach to Safer Internet Day 2026 centers on interactive learning and nationwide digital engagement.
The cornerstone of the celebration is the national online quiz, one of the country’s largest educational digital initiatives, which gamifies safety to help children recognize risks and develop critical thinking skills.
This effort is supported by a comprehensive preliminary campaign of school-based sessions and awareness-raising actions, ensuring that students are well-prepared with practical knowledge before participating in the competition.
Organiser: Safer Internet Centre Bosnia and Herzegovina (Centar Za Sigurni Internet)
Montenegro’s Safer Internet Day 2026 is defined by a strong advocacy push to integrate digital safety into the national policy and educational framework.
A major highlight of the day is the focus on the first lesson in schools being dedicated to online safety, emphasizing the role of the education system in fostering digital resilience.
Led by the NGO Juventas in collaboration with state institutions and media, the campaign sends a clear message to decision-makers that a safer society for children requires a unified, cross-sectoral commitment to protecting the online sphere.
Organiser: Juventas
🔗 Read more: https://juventas.me/
Safer Internet Day is coordinated by the Better Internet for Kids (BIK) core service platform.
To see the full global map of activities and access specialized resources, visit: 🔗 Better Internet for Kids – SID 2026
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The information is based on the resources on https://better-internet-for-kids.europa.eu/en/saferinternetday/map
