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We use our research and reports to shape conversations about children’s online safety and media literacy, highlighting critical issues and creating research-driven resources to provide the right support.

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Three teens look at their smartphones with two discussing something they see. Research
Medium read 8th February 2026

Preparing young people to vote in a complex, attention-driven environment

Research

This briefing draws on research to examine young people's confidence in navigating online information and politics.
A girl and boy look at digital devices together. Research
Medium read 13th January 2026

The Gender Gap: Understanding & responding to girls’ & boys’ online experiences

Research

While girls and boys have similar experiences online, there are notable differences. Explore these experiences in our research briefing.
A teen girl is sad as she looks at her smartphone. Research
Long read 18th December 2025

A year on: ‘Nudifying’ tools remain easy to access – and just as harmful

Research

A year on from our report, see what still remains unchanged when it comes to nudifying tools available online.
Boy on bus looking at phone sadly Research
Long read 9th December 2025

Australia’s social media ban and why the UK might be next 

Research

Australia is restricting under-16s from accessing social media. In the UK, 62% of parents support a ban on social media for under-16s.
Someone holding a smartphone with a graphic hovering overtop which reads 'sensitive content'. Research
Medium read 4th December 2025

New data shows no rise in children’s VPN use after the introduction of online age checks

Research

Our research finds no evidence that children are turning to VPNs to get around new age checks. Learn why this is important.
Three children look at a smartphone together. Research
Long read 4th November 2025

5 ways the Online Safety Act is changing how children experience the online world

Research

The Research and Policy team shares updates on the impacts of the Online Safety Act on children's digital safety.
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