Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham and AYUDH Join Forces to Introduce a Cyber Security Initiative in Delhi Schools; Check Details Here

New Delhi: Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham has partnered with AYUDH, a youth organization passionate about positive change, to launch a groundbreaking Cyber Security Initiative in Delhi schools. This initiative was named "Safe & Brave Online" and it was officially launched by Himanshu Gupta (IAS), Director of Education GNCTD. The main objective of this initiative is to empower students with essential knowledge and skills to navigate the online world safely and responsibly.

By partnering with AYUDH, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham is extending its knowledge and resources to a wider audience, particularly the younger generation. This program is designed for students in grades 8 through 11, The program comprises videos and interactive activities to teach fundamentals of online safety.

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The curriculum encompasses a wide variety of topics of cyber concerns, focusing on three key areas that include Stranger Danger, Equipping students with the tools to identify and respond to the presence of strangers online; Safe Use of the Internet, Providing guidance on safeguarding personal privacy, discerning fake sites from real ones, and verifying the authenticity of shared news; Digital Lifestyle, Encouraging a healthy digital diet and fostering an understanding of the physical and mental effects of screen usage. 

Dr Krishnashree Achuthan, Director, Cyber Security, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham spoke about this program stating that Amritapuri “Children can be targets of of cyberbullying, cybercrime, and exposure to inappropriate digital content. It is very important to provide students with the knowledge and skills to safeguard their private information.

According to Himanshu Gupta (IAS), Director of Education, Department of Education, Government of NCT of Delhi, “The need of the hour is to raise awareness among students regarding responsible usage of digital technology and understanding the challenges brought about by the ongoing digital revolution in the country. It is crucial to educate children about various online threats such as cyber phishing, bullying, hacking, fake links, rumors, and the growing issue of digital addiction, as well as provide them with strategies to navigate these challenges effectively. Striking a balance between technology and physical activities in children's lives is essential. This program represents a significant initiative in making students aware of the adverse effects of technology and promoting a balanced approach to the use of digital tools.”

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According to Mokshamrita Chaitanya, National Coordinator of AYUDH India “This initiative holds significant potential in fostering digital discipline and enhancing online safety among students. The importance of online connectivity was vividly demonstrated during the Covid-19 pandemic. Without reliable internet access, students would have been unable to continue their education from home. However, it is crucial to acknowledge that the internet has both positive and negative aspects, and we must actively address the negative aspects to safeguard our children from harm. We are extremely thankful to Shri. Himanshu Gupta for his continued trust in us and for facilitating the launch of this campaign.”

The program also includes debate and worksheet activities which will motivate students to critical thinking and self-assessment of online content. The "Safe & Brave Online" initiative has become a huge success with its pilot launch last month in the Sahodaya group of CBSE schools in Jaipur. This positive response portrays the need for comprehensive online safety education today in the digital landscape. 

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