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April 24, 2026
Google.org Allocates US$150,000 to Strengthen Digital Security for Families in Colombia
The support will enable more than 6,000 families to be impacted with digital education tools and guidance on the safe use of the internet. Photo: Image generated with artificial intelligence.
TL;DR
- Google.org is donating US$150,000 to Fundación Estrategia País to improve digital safety for children and adolescents in Colombia.
- The "Modo Presente" project focuses on media literacy and creating safer online environments for families.
- A digital kit with practical guides and exercises will be developed and distributed to parents, caregivers, educators, and community leaders in Colombia and Peru.
- The initiative aims to impact over 6,000 families this year, promoting dialogue and understanding of the digital world.
- A network of 400 Digital Ambassadors will be trained to spread this knowledge in schools and communities.
- YouTube has also released a Guide for Creators to promote responsible content creation for young audiences and highlights tools like Family Link for parental controls.