AI and me: Smart helpers or false friends?Chatbots as an opportunity and risk for children and young people

Artificial intelligence (AI) and chatbots in particular are increasingly becoming everyday companions for young people - whether in social media, learning environments or other digital applications. New forms of interaction, proximity and influence are emerging. These offer opportunities, but also harbor risks. How can children and young people be effectively protected and competently guided in this dynamic environment?

On the occasion of Safer Internet Day, which this year has the motto "AI and me.In an artificial relationship.", the partners of the German Safer Internet Center are inviting educational professionals, parents and other interested parties to a web seminaron February 25, 2026 from 14:00 to 15:30.

Experts from jugendschutz.net, eco, FSM, Nummer gegen Kummer e.V. and klicksafe will provide an overview of current developments and highlight (legal) challenges.In addition, concrete options for action for professionals, parents and institutions will be presented.

The event will take place online via GoTo Webinar. Participation is free of charge.

Registration link: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8034056050431124317

About the Safer Internet DE network

The European Union's Digital Europe Programme (DIGITAL) supports Safer Internet Centres in 27 European countries with the aim of promoting media literacy among children, parents and teachers, raising awareness of possible risks on the Internet and offering children and young people advice on online problems. Complaints offices for illegal online content are also made available. In Germany, the Safer Internet Centre is implemented by theSafer Internet DE association. In addition to the complaints offices ofeco,FSMandjugendschutz.net, this includes theklicksafeawareness center and the counseling services ofNummer gegen Kummer e.V..