Empowering Online Safety Through SCROL Orientation

Representatives from Bidlisiw Foundation Inc. conducted an orientation on July 22, 2025 as part of their Safety for Children and their Rights OnLine (SCROL) program. The orientation focused on critical issues such as Online Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Children (OSAEC) and Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Materials (CSAEM), emphasizing the importance of online safety and children's rights. This initiative aimed to raise awareness and equip CVISNET staff with essential knowledge to combat the growing issue of online sex trafficking.

As an organization leveraging Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to provide internet access to remote island communities, CVISNET recognizes its role in promoting online safety and protecting children's rights through safeguarding online activities, developing online safety policies, and promoting digital literacy.

Bidlisiw Foundation Inc., a Cebu City-based NGO established in 1989, has been dedicated to improving the lives of disadvantaged Filipino children and families in Regions 6 and 7. Through its comprehensive programs, including health, education, vocational training, and livelihood support, the foundation provides opportunities and hope to marginalized communities.