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Family Online Safety Institute

Online safety for children and their families.

 

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The Family Online Safety Institute (FOSI) works to make the online world safer for kids and their families. We do this by identifying and promoting best practices, tools and methods in the field of online safety that also respect free expression. Our members help shape public policy, highlight new technologies, promote education and convene special events. FOSI brings together leaders in government, industry and the nonprofit world to collaborate with one another and develop new solutions to keep children safe in our Web 2.0 world.

With roundtables, forums and conferences around the globe, FOSI plays an important role in driving the international debate. Keep up to date on the latest online safety issues with FOSI’s widely-acclaimed events, or check out the latest on our YouTube channel.

 

hp-annualconference2011FOSI Annual Conference 2011

Please plan to join us this November for FOSI's fourth annual conference at the Andrew Mellon Auditorium. Learn more

 

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The majority of parents use tools and rules to protect their kids online. Our survey shows a positive outlook and high awareness of controls on children's Internet use. Learn more

 

hp-fliosFirst Ladies Initiative for Online Safety

Engaging first ladies from around the globe in a cross-cultural dialogue and programs that encourage safe and responsible online use and fosters greater digital citizenship. Learn more

 

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In recognition of Safer Internet Day on February 8th, 2011, FOSI is making this comprehensive resource publically available and free. Learn more

 

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Check out our Resources tab featuring helpful tips for parents and kids during back-to-school season, and download a copy of our safety contract here.

 
 

Latest News

October 12, 2011 The Family Online Safety Institute and Tech Freedom partnered to host a luncheon panel with a number of leading experts for a discussion of the FTC's recently proposed revisions to the Children's Online Protection Privacy Act (COPPA). Learn more

October 6, 2011 Increasing Youth Safety and Responsible Behavior Online. FOSI's new discussion paper exploring the need for more and better research on programs to promote safe and responsible online use. Learn more

October 5, 2011 Stephen Balkam, CEO, Family Online Safety Institute testifies today before the U.S. House of Representatives Energy and Commerce Committee on Protecting Children's Privacy in an Electronic World. Learn more

September 14, 2011 Majority of Parents Use Tools, Rules to Protect Their Kids Online. FOSI's new survey. Learn more

August 3, 2011 Facebook launches Digital Citizenship Research Grants to support research on kids, media and technology. Learn more

June 29, 2011 Family Online Safety Institute Shortlisted in 2011 Nominet Internet Awards. Learn more

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