BY ROSE KASIGWA

As the country commences the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violencetoday, November 25th, child rights advocates are intensifying calls for parents to assume a more proactive and informed role in educating their children about the secure and responsible use of mobile phones to mitigate the escalating threat of digital violence.

Speaking to the media in Kampala, Hope Nankunda from Raising Teenagers Uganda an organization that provides a platform for Teenagers’ engagement on a wide range of issues, said there is urgent critical need for parental engagement in safeguarding children in the digital realm.

Nankunda noted that while technology is an important tool for learning and communication, parents must ensure that children understand the dangers associated with its misuse such as cyber bullying, non-consensual image sharing, and online exploitation

She emphasized that it is the responsibility of parents and guardians to safeguard both girls and boys from any form of abuse that may arise through digital platforms.