SafeSpace is a flagship initiative under the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology's Digital Society and Digital Competencies Department. The initiative focuses on promoting cyber safety and secure internet usage, specifically addressing challenges unique to Qatar and the Arab world. By fostering awareness, SafeSpace empowers educators, parents, students, and the wider public to engage responsibly with the digital world.
The SafeSpace initiative operates on three key principles: prevention, protection, and empowerment. These principles guide all resources and programs offered under the initiative, ensuring that every member of society can access comprehensive support in understanding and mitigating online threats.
Vision
To highlight and affirm a culture of digital safety and secure internet usage by increasing awareness on issues related to Qatar and the Arab World, and empower users to have safer digital space.
Mission
To equip young people, caregivers, children, educators and the public, with valuable information and resources on cyber safety and secure internet usage, providing educational games and tips, and up-to-date insights on cyberbullying to help parents and teachers protect children against those threats through interactive content that aims to empower positive behaviours.
Key Components
Educational Programs
Offering resources such as the Digital Literacy Curriculum and HASEEN, providing institutions, schools, and homes with accessible training in Arabic and English.
Engaging Resources
Delivering tips and insights on cyberbullying, and interactive tools like educational games, designed to help parents and teachers protect children from digital risks.
Awareness Campaigns
Rolling out public campaigns through workshops like Akhalqi Qatar, the Cyber Safety Ambassador Program, and a Cyber Safety Digital Library.
Creative Media
Promoting children's content like Salem and Salma, an animated series that educates young audiences about internet safety through fun and relatable storytelling.
This initiative leverages the expertise of regional and global specialists in cyber safety, creating a unified approach to digital safety education. Through continuous expansion, SafeSpace aspires to provide evolving, user-centred experiences that reflect the latest trends in online security.
SafeSpace is available at safespace.qa, where users can find up-to-date content and new resources added regularly.