Ken Corish shares specific findings from Project Evolve's database of over 4 million student responses, directly contradicting the "digital natives" theory. As Deputy CEO of South West Grid for Learning and UK Safer Internet Centre partner, Ken explains how 15 years of evidence collection has reshaped their approach to children's digital competency.

Key Highlights:

• Ken transitioned from 20 years as a teacher to developing the 360 Degree Safe self-review tool now used by 16,000 UK schools
• Project Evolve receives 3,000 daily visits from 17,000 organisations across 75,000 professionals
• Ken envisions AI interfaces trained on quality-assured content replacing traditional resource repositories
• "Putting a hat and sunglasses on a picture of a dog is not empowered use of technology"
• His research shows parents aren't "clueless" about technology - they need behavioral indicators, not technical skills
• Media literacy is threatened when platforms reduce fact-checking and AI-generated content proliferates

Let’s empower families and reshape the digital landscape, together.

In this powerful episode with Jess Leslie, Director of Online Protection Programs at ChildFund International, we uncover the unsettling truth about digital childhoods—and what it means when a child says, “There are a lot of people here today,” while playing a game. Jess shares how a career in combating gender-based violence and child exploitation led her to the frontlines of online safety, where the threats are invisible but deeply real. Key highlights include:

• Jess’s journey from tackling human trafficking to leading child online protection across 24 countries
• Why screen time limits aren’t enough—and the deeper conversations families need to be having
• The importance of trust-building over rule-setting when guiding children online
• Insights into how trauma and digital risks intersect in today’s childhoods
• How ChildFund is driving global change through education, policy, and platform accountability
• Practical tips for parents: from asking the right questions to creating safe digital spaces at home

Let’s empower families and reshape the digital landscape, together.

In this insightful conversation with Cyberlite co-founder Nina Bual, we explore the critical landscape of children's online safety across the globe. Nina shares personal experiences as both a tech entrepreneur and mother of 3, revealing how even cyber experts face challenges protecting their own children online. Key highlights include:

• Nina's journey founding Cyberlite, which now provides accessible cyber safety education in 16 countries
• The six core online risks all children face, from cyberbullying to digital identity management
• Why accessibility in online safety education is crucial, with 95% of Cyberlite's resources available for free
• Practical advice for parents navigating gaming platforms and AI risks
• The importance of open communication rather than device confiscation when addressing online issues
• Nina's vision for "safety by design" - where technology defaults to child-safe settings rather than adult ones

Let’s empower families and reshape the digital landscape, together.