Australia is set to introduce new restrictions on minors’ access to social networks
The goal is protect the young from the potential risks associated with excessive use of these platforms, such as mental health problems and cyberbullying. The government is considering a minimum age of access between 14 to 16 years old and intends to strengthen controls to ensure compliance with the legislation.
This initiative raises a crucial question: What is Italy doing to address the same issue? While Australia is taking concrete measures, the debate in Italy seems still in its infancy. It is necessary to ask ourselves whether our country should also consider similar measures to protect young people from the dangers of the digital world.
It is essential find a balance between the protection of minors and respect for their freedom of expression and access to information. An open and informed dialogue between experts, parents, educators and young people themselves is essential to develop effective strategies that promote responsible and conscious use of social media.
The Australian experience could offer sinteresting points for Italy. It is time to seriously address this issue and take action to ensure a safer digital future and healthy for the new generations.
Radio Smeralda, episode of September 12, 2024.
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