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Child Online Safety and Empowerment Policy
Continental policy setting principles on children's safety, privacy and participation online, guiding member states in building national child online protection and empowerment programmes.
Policy document published by the African Union CommissionMay 21, 2024 2 years ago
- Body
- AU Executive Council
- Session
- 44th Ordinary Session of the Executive C
Timeline
May 21, 2024 2 years ago
Feb 15, 2024 2 years ago
Endorsed by the Executive Council at its 44th Ordinary Session (14 to 15 February 2024, Addis Ababa)
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Change log
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