Project Overview
The PRO-SECURE project is a transformative initiative aimed at enhancing digital safety and cybersecurity knowledge among immigrant and refugee parents. Acknowledging the growing cyber risks faced by vulnerable populations, the project addresses the gap in digital literacy and online safety through an innovative problem-based learning approach.
The overall aim of PRO-SECURE is to empower immigrant and refugee parents to confidently navigate digital spaces, safeguard themselves and their children, and reduce vulnerabilities to cyber threats. The project also fosters social inclusion by creating a safer, more informed online environment.
Project Objectives
- Increase Digital Safety Skills: Educate parents on practical cybersecurity measures to protect themselves and their families.
- Enhance Awareness: Equip participants with knowledge about common online threats such as fraud, phishing, and cyberbullying.
- Foster Social Inclusion: Reduce barriers to digital literacy for immigrant and refugee families.
- Empower Self-Management: Develop parental confidence in managing their children’s online activities safely.
- Strengthen Community Resilience: Build a digitally competent and safer community through shared resources and training.
Key Tools and Deliverables
E-Learning Platform on Safety
The e-learning platform of PRO-SECURE is designed to empower immigrant and refugee parents to enhance their digital safety skills. With engaging scenarios, interactive tools, and multilingual features, the platform promotes accessibility and self-directed learning.
- Scenario-Based Learning – Real-life scenarios addressing cyber threats such as phishing attacks, cyberbullying, and fraud, enabling participants to practice safe online behavior in realistic contexts.
- Interactive Modules – Step by step guides to implement digital safety practices, ensuring practical knowledge and skill-building.
- Visual Tools – Short animated and acted videos that make complex concepts easier to understand and more engaging for learners.
- Multilingual Accessibility – Features designed to support diverse linguistic needs, ensuring inclusivity for participants from varied backgrounds.
