Peshawar: The Youth Awareness & Development Organisation (YADO) organized a digital safety and cybercrime awareness session for young participants from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, aiming to strengthen online safety knowledge among youth from underserved regions.
The event brought together participants from Waziristan, Orakzai, Khyber, Bajaur, Peshawar, and Balochistan at a time when internet access is expanding rapidly across Pakistan. Organizers said the initiative was designed to equip young people with practical skills to identify online threats and navigate digital spaces more safely.
The session focused on key areas of digital literacy, including identifying cyber threats and online scams, protecting personal data and privacy, safe social media practices, and reporting cybercrime incidents.
The training was facilitated by Advocate Javeria Durrani, a legal expert in cyber law and digital rights. Through interactive discussions and case studies, participants were introduced to legal protections available to internet users and the importance of responsible online behavior.
Focus on digital literacy
Addressing the participants, YADO Chief Executive Officer Khayal Zaman said digital literacy has become an essential skill in an increasingly connected world.
He noted that internet access alone is not sufficient and stressed the importance of equipping young people with the knowledge needed to protect themselves online. He added that youth in remote districts should have the same awareness of cybersecurity and digital safety as those living in major urban centers.
Certificates awarded to participants
At the conclusion of the session, organizers distributed participation certificates to attendees. Shields were also presented to guests in recognition of their contributions to the event.
YADO said the initiative forms part of its broader efforts to promote youth development, digital inclusion, and awareness of emerging challenges in the online environment.
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