Digital Literacy and Violence Prevention: Empowering Communities for a Brighter Future
Keywords:
Cyberbullying, Digital Empathy, Digital Literacy, Digital Violence, Social Media, Students, Violence PreventionAbstract
This community service activity aims to enhance digital literacy among students and teachers in Caringin District, with a focus on preventing digital violence. Through a seminar organized for students, participants were provided with an understanding of the importance of using social media wisely, as well as the negative impacts of cyberbullying, hoaxes, and online harassment. In addition, a sharing session with guidance counselors aimed to equip them with the skills to support students involved in online issues. The results of the activity show that seminar participants demonstrated increased awareness of digital risks, as well as the importance of protecting their privacy and security. Guidance counselors also felt more prepared to provide counseling to students regarding digital violence. Although challenges in changing digital behavior remain, this activity successfully laid a strong foundation for creating a more aware and responsible community regarding digital ethics. The program highlights the importance of collaboration between students, teachers, and parents in creating a safe and positive online environment. For sustainability, further programs and more intensive mentoring are needed to ensure that behavioral changes can be fully realized.
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