European Commission's Action Plan Against Cyberbullying

The European Commission's Action Plan Against Cyberbullying aims to protect the mental health of children and teens online in the EU. The Action Plan is built around: the rollout of an EU-wide app where victims of online bullying can easily get help, the coordination of national approaches to tackle harmful behaviour online, and the prevention of cyberbullying by encouraging better and safer digital practices.

EU-wide app to report cyberbullying

Victims of cyberbullying must have a clear and easy way to report harassment and get help. This is why an essential element of the Action Plan is the release of an easy-to-use and accessible app to report cyberbullying to a national helpline. More importantly, the app will be a way for children and teens to receive support, and they will be able to safely store and send evidence. The Commission will develop a blueprint of the app which Member States can then use to adapt, translate and connect to relevant national services.

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