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“Kanaf” enhances the capabilities of healthcare professionals in addressing child abuse through workshops at Al Qassimi Women’s and Children’s Hospital
December 27, 2023
Kanaf commences operations with the slogan ‘Safe Again’ to protect and support child victims of physical & sexual abuse
November 9, 2023
CSD Hosted Educational Workshops Targeting 1,074 Participants on Child Protection and Well-being
October 26, 2023
“Kanaf” launches a training program for specialists in interviewing child victims of physical and sexual abuse
September 24, 2023
Beyond Books: Embracing Safety, Values, and Digital Integrity in Education
August 29, 2023
CSD engages 1,200 school bus drivers and supervisors in the ‘School Bus Safety’ workshop ahead of new academic year
August 23, 2023
Hanadi Al Yafei’s statement on the occasion of Emirati Women’s Day Women are the driving force of sustainability for the family and society
August 20, 2023
Look Before You Lock: Sharjah’s Child Safety Department cautions against leaving children behind in locked vehicles
August 10, 2023
Saving young lives: CSD’s vital drive to protect children from balcony and window hazards
August 9, 2023
The Child Safety Department calls on families to enjoy a safe Eid while prioritising children’s safety.
June 27, 2023
CSD efforts raise child awareness to 87% for what to do if left behind on the bus
June 22, 2023
“Kanaf” equips professionals with advanced knowledge and skills to protect children from physical and psychological abuse
June 5, 2023
CSD calls on parents to engage their children in its awareness activities at SCRF 2023
May 9, 2023
CSD reveals that 50% of children do not know how to exit buses when forgotten inside
April 1, 2023
Kanaf Higher Committee reviews progress before commencing operations
March 21, 2023
Sharjah’s Child Safety Department marks Emirati Children’s Day with expert-led talks on tangible and intangible abuse
March 16, 2023
Hanadi Al-Yafei, Director of Child Safety Department, on the occasion of Emirati Children’s Day, under the title ‘The Right to a Safe and Sustainable Environment’.”
March 15, 2023
“Child Safety” trains children to enhance their safety by surfing the Internet safely
February 26, 2023
CSD Puts Cybersecurity on Centre Stage during “Sharjah Festival for Culture and People”
February 24, 2023
Stay Safe in the Winter Desert: “Child Safety” Offers Essential Safety Information for Parents
February 5, 2023
Hanadi Al Yafei: Winter is more beautiful when our children are safe
December 6, 2022
CSD equips children, youth and families at SIBF 2022 with practical knowledge on safety practices in everyday situations
November 8, 2022
Child Safety Department gauges children and youth on safety topics during SIFF 2022
October 12, 2022
Jawaher Al Qasimi issues directive to establish a Higher Committee for ‘Kanaf’ child protection centre
August 7, 2022
900 drivers and supervisors attend Sharjah Child Safety Department’s workshop on safe school bus rides ahead of new academic year
August 2, 2022
CSD begins field visits to Sharjah beaches marking the launch of the first phase of ‘Their Safety First’ campaign
July 6, 2022
CSD announces ‘Their Safety First’, a comprehensive year-round child-safety awareness campaign
June 22, 2022
Child Safety Department raises awareness and presents response strategies to combat bullying at SCRF 2022
May 19, 2022
The Big Heart Foundation: An Emirati model for dignity in compassion
April 18, 2022
Sharjah’s Child Safety Department raises awareness of 10,008 children and parents on cyber safety
March 28, 2022 “Child Safety” brings Cyber Safety Ambassadors together in a debate to discuss the safe usage of the Internet
March 3, 2022
CSD calls for commitment to ethical standards when reporting on children on social media
February 27, 2022
CSD – DFWAC join forces to expand and promote child safety awareness programmes
February 17, 2022
CSD’s ‘Enjoy a Safe Winter’ campaign aims to keep children safe in vehicles and on outdoor trips
January 16, 2022
Jawaher Al Qasimi: The family is the compass guiding Sharjah’s journey of development
November 17, 2021
Hanadi Al Yafei: “A society that embraces morality automatically protects their children’s rights and innocence”
November 17, 2021 CSD unveils the agenda of the 2nd edition of Child Safety Forum to be held on November 17 under the theme ‘Keep their innocence’
November 15, 2021
Child Safety Department boosts awareness of UAE’s children and youth with edutainment and storytelling at SIBF 2021
November 13, 2021
2nd edition of Child Safety Forum takes place on November 17 under the theme ‘Keep their innocence’
November 10, 2021
CSD Sharjah holds parental awareness workshop to highlight online child abuse risks
October 4, 2021
Over 700 parents across UAE benefit from Child Safety Department’s educational back-to-schoolworkshops
September 9, 2021
CSD and Sharjah Police join forces to ensure scooter riders follow safety guidelines
August 23, 2021 CSD marks ‘Stop Cyberbullying Day’ with an informative session on ensuring children’s safety on the internet
June 28, 2021
CSD previews pilot phase of Kanaf Child Protection Centre
June 16, 2021
Child Safety Department shows children how they can take charge of their own safety at home
May 24, 2021
Child Safety Department creates virtual characters ‘Sarah’ and ‘Rashed’ to help raise children’s awareness
May 16, 2021
CSD engages 778 school students in virtual awareness sessions during Ramadan
May 10, 2021
Jawaher Al Qasimi: Aware societies offer fertile grounds for raising generations deeply rooted in their communities
April 8, 2021
CSD study reveals that 37.6% of Sharjah families do not monitor their children’s online activity
March 29, 2021
Child Safety Department outreach raises awareness of community members with 19 workshops
March 18, 2021
CSD workshop advocates responsible media practices to safeguard children’s rights
March 2, 2021
Young cyber safety ambassador from CSD leads peer-to-peer awareness workshop for the hearing imapred
February 23, 2021
CSD launches study to measure parental awareness of children’s safety at home
February 8, 2021
CSD organises 12 workshops this month to raise community awareness on child safety and cyber security issues
January 26, 2021
CSD launches community survey to identify issues impacting children’s safety
January 10, 2021
CSD responds to COVID-19 challenges with 85 virtual activities targeting 12,700 children and families
December 29, 2020
Child Safety Department publishes guidelines for parents to ensure safety of children during winter vacation
December 15, 2020
‘Kanaf’ discusses mechanisms that will guide first-of-its-kind child protection centre in the UAE
December 7, 2020
Child Safety Department launches official website
November 25, 2020
Child Safety Department targets more than 1,000 children and parents in 12 bullying prevention workshops
November 22, 2020
Child Safety Department trains more than 150 Rubu Qarn employees on child and workplace bullying
November 18, 2020
UAE media professionals warn against impact of irresponsible media on children’s safety issues
October 17, 2020
Child Safety Department invites UAE media to first ‘Responsible Media… Safe Child’ workshop
October 12, 2020
Child Safety e-booklet highlights preventive measures to students and parents as schools reopen
September 26, 2020
More than 5,400 children and parents took part in Child Safety Department’s virtual summer camp
September 2, 2020
Child Safety Department meets Barnahus Sweden officials as Kanaf centre Sharjah comes closer to fruition
August 30, 2020
Child Safety Department addresses parents’ complaints about hidden messaging on toy dolls
August 25, 2020 Parents must turn to children’s wellness needs ahead of school reopening
August 19, 2020
Child Safety Department webinar offers parents practical tools to guarantee their children’s wellbeing
August 17, 2020
Child Safety Department convenes childcare experts in online summer camp
July 12, 2020
Child Safety Department warns of gaming addiction, calls on parents to plan summer camps at home
July 6, 2020
Parents must put their detective hats on, says mental health expert at Child Safety Department webinar
May 21, 2020
Child Safety Department webinar will discuss children’s mental health during COVID-19
May 16, 2020
Child Safety Department’s Ramadan e-Booklet is what every parent needs to sort their kids’ daily schedules
May 10, 2020
Jawaher Al Qasimi calls for establishment of ‘Kanaf’ centre to protect victims of child abuse
April 28, 2020
Child Safety Department will host ‘Green Sheikh’ in a live Instagram session titled ‘Inspiring Children
April 27, 2020
Get your kids to take the #HomeChallenge by Sharjah Police and Child Safety Department
April 17, 2020
Child Safety Department releases home safety e-booklet to raise family awareness
March 27, 2020
Child safety begins at home
March 14, 2020
Child Safety Department organises cyber safety workshop on Safer Internet Day
March 2, 2020
Child Safety Department workshop informs hearing-impaired students about their rights
February 25, 2020
Jawaher Al Qasimi: Community developments require joint and effective child safety strategies
January 18, 2020
Sharjah’s Child Safety Department raises awareness of online bullying, promotes cyber safety skills
January 6, 2020
Sharjah’s Child Safety Department endorses three stories to support parents in raising child safety awareness
December 19, 2019
Cyber Safety Ambassadors’ ready to educate their peers
December 16, 2019
Child Safety Department holds anti-bullying workshops for 947 children
November 25, 2019
Children learn valuable safety lessons at SIBF 2019
November 8, 2019
Child Safety Department and Sharjah Ladies Club Lead Awareness Efforts on Car Safety
October 17, 2019
SIFF’s Young Visitors: We Pledge Not to Bully Others
October 16, 2019
Child Safety Department Video Shines Light on Addressing Children’s Issues in the Media
October 9, 2019
Child Safety Department’s Cyber Safety Ambassadors Undergo Specialised Training in Public Speaking
September 29, 2019
Child Safety Forum: ‘Responsible Media… Safe Child’ Issues Nine-Point Recommendations List
September 18, 2019
Child Safety Forum Recommends a Stronger Collaborative Approach to Child Protection and Welfare
September 17, 2019
Sharjah to Hold First Child Safety Forum on September 17
August 27, 2019
UAE Youth Taking the Lead in Ensuring Online Safety for Their Generation
July 27, 2019
Child Safety Department and Sharjah Public Prosecution Conduct Workshop on Child Rights
July 17, 2019
Child Safety Department Educates Young Cyber Safety Ambassadors on Cyberbullying Prevention
July 14, 2019
Child Safety Department Spreads Awareness through Fun and Games at SCRF 2019
April 27, 2019
23 Children and Youth in Sharjah Named ‘Cyber Safety Ambassadors’
April 16, 2019
Child Safety Department Launches ‘Cyber Safety Ambassadors’ Initiative for Youth
March 14, 2019
Child Safety Department Engages 170 Nurses to Better Identify Cases of Abuse
March 11, 2019
Child Safety Department: Combat Games Least Played by Sharjah’s Children
March 3, 2019
Child Safety Department Heightens Cyber Safety Awareness at ‘Dawahi 7’
December 23, 2018
Child Safety Department Targets 590 Children in Bullying Prevention Workshops
November 28, 2018
Child Safety Department and Al Nabooda Stress on Making Car Rides Safer for Children
November 13, 2018
Jawaher Al Qasimi Issues Administrative Decision to Establish ‘Child Safety Department’
October 22, 2018
Child Safety Campaign’ and ‘Al Nabooda Automobiles’ Lead Awareness Efforts on Vehicle Safety
October 10, 2018
CSC Launches ‘Responsible Media… Safe Child’ Initiative with UAE Entities to Safeguard Children’s Rights
August 5, 2018
Child Safety Campaign Launches Awareness Video for Parents Using Self-Service at Fuel Pumps
August 1, 2018
Child Safety Campaign Warns of Drowning Risks
July 1, 2018
A Valuable Lesson on Cyber Security by Child Safety Campaign to 350 Parents in Sharjah
June 6, 2018
Child Safety Campaign and Kalimat Publishing Launch Story Books on Rights and Safety
April 21, 2018
Sharjah Gains Insight into Child and Youth Welfare Practices in Sweden
April 9, 2018
Child Safety Campaign Celebrates First Emirati Children’s Day with Fun and Learning
March 16, 2018
Child Safety Campaign Launches Research Study for Students on Cyber Safety
March 1, 2018
Child Safety Campaign Surveys Parents to Measure Awareness about Vehicle Safety and Cyber Security
February 19, 2018
Child Safety Campaign Completes Distribution of 366 Free Car Seats across Sharjah
February 1, 2018
Child Safety Campaign Makes Sharjah Safer for Children with Distribution of 366 Car Seats
January 22, 2018
Child Safety Issues Become All Too Real in this Social Experiment by Child Safety Campaign
January 14, 2018
Child Safety Campaign Launches Research Study on Children’s Cyber Security and Vehicle Safety
January 7, 2018
Child Safety Campaign Teams up with UK Internet Education Experts to Apply International Best Practices
September 30, 2017
1,200 Children Participate in Child Safety Campaign’s Virus Attack Workshops
September 24, 2017
‘Child Safety Campaign’ Explores Collaboration with Organisations in Finland
September 18, 2017
Child Safety Campaign Trains Sharjah Employees on Online Security for Youngsters
July 6, 2017
Child Safety Campaign Launches ‘Strap Them Safe’ Car Safety Initiative
May 24, 2017
Ministry of Education and Child Safety Campaign Explore Collaboration
May 8, 2017
Sharjah Child Safety Campaign Educates Youth on Safe Technologies
April 30, 2017
Child Safety Campaign Conducts Smart Device Safety Workshop
April 22, 2017
Sharjah Child Safety Campaign Workshops Spread Awareness of Online Dangers
March 25, 2017
Third Edition of Child Safety Campaign Tackles Online Dangers to the Internet’s Most Vulnerable Users
March 20, 2017
Child Safety Campaign Workshops Highlight the Dangers of the Internet
March 1, 2017
Child Safety Campaign Promotes Cyber Safety Skills for Youth
February 11, 2017
