BT

Official Partner (2021-2023)

Educating and empowering people with the knowledge and practical skills needed to stay safe online.

472M

Impressions

Total Impressions

608K

Video Views

Total Video Views

43K

People Educated

People Educated

74K

Engagements

Total Engagement

8K

Shares

Social Shares

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Key Outcomes

Goals and KPIs Met

“Working alongside Cybersmile has allowed us to continue the vital work that Hope United kickstarted last year to tackle the online hatred and cyberbullying that is sadly part of everyday life.”

Pete JeavonsMarketing Communications Director, BT

Overview

We forged a partnership with BT to tackle online hate while championing the power of hope through a series of live events, educational initiatives, fundraising activities, and high-profile campaigns.

The foundation of the partnership was the development of a new online education platform. This platform served as a comprehensive resource for individuals to learn about online safety, responsible digital citizenship, and practical ways to deal with cyberbullying.

To kickstart the launch of the platform, we delivered a series of educational workshops across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. These workshops, specifically designed for young people, provided interactive and engaging learning experiences. The roadshow aimed to empower participants with practical tools and insights to become informed digital citizens.

Leading up to the UEFA European Championships, we celebrated Hope United, a diverse squad of players from England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, with a collective goal to unite the nation in tackling online hate. The squad featured prominent football stars including Marcus Rashford, Gareth Bale, Lucy Bronze, Andy Robertson, Jordan Henderson, Ethan Ampadu, Rebecca Sellar, and Demi Stokes. Managed by Rio Ferdinand and Karen Carney, the squad comprised 20 players who lent their voices and experiences to advocate for a safer and more compassionate online environment.

Shared Mission

The partnership was further strengthened by a creative fundraising campaign, which offered the public the opportunity to directly support our work and be an active part of the movement by purchasing limited edition Hope United shirts. The sales of these shirts raised vital funds for our ongoing efforts to combat social media abuse.

Through the partnership alongside BT, we increased public awareness of online abuse, raised crucial funds for our support and educational services, and empowered young people with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the digital world safely.

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