Ahaan Foundation

It is crucial to equip young girls and women with the skills necessary to defend themselves against online abuse and threats, as the majority of them are unaware of the risks associated with cybercrimes. The secret to ensuring that young girls and women lead responsible and safe virtual lives is education on the prevention of online distress. The Cyber Sakhi program, in association with BOB Financials, focused on the various forms of cybercrimes directed towards women, the legal ramifications of such offenses, the psychological effects of careless conduct, tech advice for safeguarding gadgets, and—above all—the significance of comprehending the protocols for reporting cybercrimes in order to report any kind of offensive material or mistreatment found on the internet.

A unique 60-minute virtual training called "Building Digital Guardians," presented in partnership with BOB Financials, was designed for any parent who is interested in empowering their child to be proactive Digital Guardians and safeguarding them online. In order to provide safety nets for kids, the workshop focused on the types of cybercrimes that kids commit and the restrictions around screen time, social media, apps, and online gaming. It also covered reporting systems for online distress.

Through extensive training and intervention, the Cyber Smart Schools program, in partnership with the WNS Cares Foundation, aims to make the online environments of educational institutions safe. The initiative emphasized the value of cyber wellness and its effects on kids and young people by encouraging responsible technology use, reducing internet addiction and misuse, and shielding them from online crimes. The Responsible Netism program facilitators educated the participants about social media apps, gadget addiction, gaming, gambling, and age-inappropriate content through an interactive awareness program. They also highlighted the psychological effects and potential legal repercussions of irresponsible online behavior. This training has been very helpful in addressing the problems associated with cyberthreats that kids encounter and in helping adults develop ways to deal with those problems.