Now, can you explain Safety by Design in 30 seconds?
Take it out of the module and into your next conversation.
Recap1 min
Children face various risks because of design choice, but that means that products can also be designed to be safe. That includes following a clear hierarchy (avoid, mitigate, remediate), making the whole product safe (not just some features) and thinking about safety from the onset.
1Hierarchy of control
2Product entirety
3Product lifecycle
Remember: the digital environment is designed, and can be changed.
Use what you’ve learned to spot risky design and make the case for safer alternatives.
‘I envision a digital world that has accountability mechanisms at its core architecture’
Katleho, Lesotho
To join the community of advocates pushing for safety by design: map how safety by design fits into your policy solutions and make your case in your next meeting.
