We first established a partnership with Instagram in 2019 through a shared belief in the importance of facilitating a culture of respect and inclusivity. Since then, we have worked together to combine our expertise, resources, and knowledge to develop innovative strategies that shine a light on and address some of the diverse challenges associated with life online.
Through research, we gained valuable insights into social interactions and personal boundaries. These insights enabled us to develop evidence-based solutions, volunteer training resources, guidelines, and best practices. By sharing this knowledge with Cybersmile volunteers and the wider community, we empowered individuals to make informed choices while encouraging them to be considered digital citizens.
As part of the partnership, we developed interactive learning experiences and educational resources designed to help Instagram users get the most from the platform. Our learning platform also offered educators and caregivers free resources to help young people learn how to use the safety tools available to them.