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Centre for Protecting Women Online Podcast - Ep 4: Safety of girls in the digital world
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August 5, 2026
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45:28Now PlayingIn this episode, Dr Ksenia Bakina speaks with Vicki Shotbolt, Founder and CEO of Parent Zone, a partner organisation of the Centre for Protecting Women Online that supports families in navigating the digital world safely. They discuss the online harms facing children and young girls, including financial risks, the role of media literacy in addressing online violence against women and girls, and whether tech abstinence is a realistic solution.
The episode also explores practical ways to improve children's online safety and concludes with key advice for parents.
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