High Sound for Children successfully hosted its 3rd Online Safety Holiday Camp, bringing together over 100 children and young people aged 10–24 years.
The camp, held under the theme “Creating a Clean Digital Footprint for Children”, served as a safe space for learning, dialogue, and empowerment.
The day began on a vibrant note with morning aerobics to energize the participants and set a lively tone. Afterward, the children gathered for a welcome note from the organizers, where Ms. Hadijah Mwanje of High Sound for Children emphasized the dual nature of the internet:
“The internet is very good for learning but also dangerous if used poorly. At this camp, we shall learn how to use online platforms responsibly so that we are able to create a clean digital footprint,” she said.
To ensure age-appropriate learning, participants were divided into three groups: ages 10–15, 16–18, and 19–24. Each group engaged in interactive sessions tailored to their experiences and challenges online.
Key topics explored included:
- Privacy & Personal Information – understanding what information is safe to share online.
- Strangers & Online Friends – learning how to identify and protect themselves from risky interactions.
- Cyberbullying & Negative Experiences – recognizing, reporting, and coping with online harassment.
- Safe Behaviour Online – promoting positive engagement and responsible use of digital platforms.
Through discussions and storytelling, the children shared personal experiences and gained practical skills to help them navigate the online space safely.
The camp organized in partnership with Trailblazers Mentoring Foundation, Anthill Foundation, Centre for Media Literacy and Community Development, Raising Teenagers Uganda, Tekel Mental Health Foundation, Raising Voices, and Uganda Media Women association was not only informative but also fun and engaging, leaving participants inspired to be ambassadors of safe internet use in their schools, communities, and peer circles.
High Sound for Children reaffirmed its commitment to nurturing a generation that embraces the internet for learning and growth while avoiding the pitfalls of unsafe digital behaviour.