DNA and Protect Children continue partnership for the benefit of children’s online safety skills
DNA and the specialist organization Protect Children continue their partnership for the benefit of children’s and young people’s online safety skills. In the fourth year of partnership, DNA and Protect Children bring forth new engaging and effective tools to enhance children’s and young people’s online safety and provide family-friendly methods for managing screen time.
The digital era has posed new questions for educators regarding children’s safety and time management. Nowadays, parents need skills to guide children who are exploring the online world to stay safe. As the main partner this year, DNA supports Protect Childrens workshops on online safety skills for schoolchildren. In these Stop, Slow & Go workshops, the kids learn from professionals how to handle and prepare themselves for various online content.
“Smartphones are essential and useful tools. They allow us to learn new things and stay connected with family and friends. However, the content can also be addictive and harmful to children and young people. That’s why it’s crucial to learn digital safety skills from a young age. By supporting these workshops, we offer kids and educators ways to act smart in the digital world,” says Vilhelmiina Wahlbeck, SVP, Communications, Sustainability and Brand Development at DNA.
“Research evidence and everyday observations indicate that it is crucial to encourage children to limit their use of digital devices. Children should not be left alone to explore digital environments. The presence of a safe adult, and practicing digital safety skills together go a long way in protecting the child,” says Nina Vaaranen-Valkonen, Executive Director at Protect Children.
Puhelinparkki gains popularity among families, schools and sports clubs
Developed together in 2023, the Puhelinparkki (parking lot for smart phones) is rapidly gaining popularity. It helps protect children in digital environments and supports the entire family in managing their use of digital devices. Families have given positive feedback about these playful-looking “parks,” which genuinely assist in sensible smartphone usage. Children readily start using the Puhelinparkki, and often the whole family realizes how pleasant it is when everyone is truly present.
“Thousands of families already use Puhelinparkki, and recently, sports clubs and schools have also ordered them. Their popularity is clearly on the rise. At DNA, we are delighted that this issue is approached positively—through mutual agreements and by listening to children,” says Vilhelmiina Wahlbeck.
The Puhelinparkki enables regular breaks from digital device usage for both children and the entire family. It fosters togetherness, shared activities, and conversations among family members. Especially in the evenings, the Puhelinparkki facilitates relaxation and better sleep. Puhelinparkki can be ordered free of charge from DNA’s website.
Media Inquiries:
(in Finnish only) www.dna.fi/puhelinparkki
(in Finnish only) Etätyöpajat koululaisille >>
Vilhelmiina Wahlbeck, SVP, Communications, Sustainability and Brand Development, DNA Plc, tel. +358 (0)44 040 1671, vilhelmiina.wahlbeck@dna.fi
Nina Vaaranen-Valkonen, Executive Director, Protect Children, tel. +358 (0)40 747 8829, nina.vaaranen-valkonen@suojellaanlapsia.fi
DNA Corporate Communications, tel. +358 (0)44 044 8000, communications@dna.fi
Images
DNA is one of the leading telecommunications companies in Finland. Our purpose is to connect you to what matters most. We offer connections, services and devices for homes and workplaces, contributing to the digitalisation of society. Already for years, DNA customers have been among the world leaders in mobile data usage. DNA has about 3.7 million subscriptions in its fixed and mobile communications networks. The company has been awarded numerous times as an excellent employer and family-friendly workplace. In 2023, our total revenues was EUR 1,067 million and we employed about 1,700 people around Finland. DNA is a part of Telenor Group, a leading telecommunications company across the Nordics. More information: www.dna.fi, X @DNA_fi, Facebook @DNA.fi and LinkedIn @DNA-Oyj.
Alternative languages
Subscribe to releases from DNA Oyj
Subscribe to all the latest releases from DNA Oyj by registering your e-mail address below. You can unsubscribe at any time.
Latest releases from DNA Oyj
DNA:n ja Telian 5G-verkon laajennustyöt jatkuvat entistä laajemmalla alueella Lapissa, Etelä-Savossa ja Pohjois-Pohjanmaalla2.5.2024 09:00:00 EEST | Tiedote
Kittilän, Kolarin ja Muonion, Kangasniemen ja Mikkelin sekä Kuusamon asukkaat pääsevät pian nauttimaan entistä kattavammista yhteyksistä. DNA:n ja Telian yhteisesti omistama Suomen Yhteisverkko Oy (SYV) jatkaa nopean 5G-verkon laajentamista touko-kesäkuussa. Samalla myös alueen 4G-yhteydet paranevat.
DNA:n huhtikuun 2024 myydyimmät puhelimet ja älykellot2.5.2024 08:00:00 EEST | Tiedote
Apple iPhone 13 5G jatkaa DNA:n kuukauden myydyimpänä puhelimena. DNA:n myyntitilastoista on huomattavissa, kuinka yritysasiakkaat ovat yhä kiinnostuneempia hankkimaan laitteensa DNA Palvelulaitteen (Device as a Service) kautta. DNA:n huhtikuun myydyimmäksi älykelloksi nousi puolestaan Apple Watch Series 9 GPS.
DNA Oyj:n tammi–maaliskuun 2024 liiketoimintakatsaus: Liikevaihto, tulos ja käyttökate kasvoivat30.4.2024 08:30:00 EEST | Tiedote
DNA:n liiketoiminta on kehittynyt vuoden 2024 ensimmäisen neljänneksen aikana myönteisesti. Liikevaihto, liiketulos ja käyttökate kasvoivat, kuten myös matkaviestinverkon sekä kiinteän laajakaistan liittymämäärätkin.
DNA Plc’s Business Review for January-March 2024: Total revenues, result and EBITDA increased30.4.2024 08:30:00 EEST | Press release
DNA's business developed favourably in the first quarter of 2024. Total revenues, operating result, EBITDA as well as mobile network and fixed broadband subscription volumes increased.
3G:n alasajo alkaa Suomen Yhteisverkon alueella 9. toukokuuta – täydentää DNA:n ja Telian 3G-verkon sammutuksen24.4.2024 09:24:23 EEST | Tiedote
DNA:n ja Telian yhteisesti omistaman Suomen Yhteisverkon (SYV) 3G-palvelut päättyvät toukokuusta alkaen alueittain. 3G-verkon alasajo vapauttaa vanhan tekniikan käytössä olleet taajuudet ja resurssit turvallisemmille ja energiatehokkaammille 4G- ja 5G-verkkoteknologioille, jotka tarjoavat asiakkaille paremman käyttökokemuksen.
In our pressroom you can read all our latest releases, find our press contacts, images, documents and other relevant information about us.
Visit our pressroom