Globe, CANVAS bring online safety and AI education to families in celebration of Safer Internet Day 2026

In observance of Safer Internet Day 2026, Globe Telecom teamed up with the Center for Art, New Ventures and Sustainable Development (CANVAS) to mount an interactive learning session focused on artificial intelligence and online safety for Filipino families.

Held at the National Museum of Fine Arts, the event titled The Secret Digital Map: Exploring AI and Online Safety for Families gathered children, parents, and educators for storytelling sessions and guided discussions on data privacy, responsible tech use, and how AI shows up in everyday life.

The initiative forms part of Globe’s year-long collaboration with CANVAS at the museum, anchored on the children’s book Safe Space: A Kid’s Guide to Data Privacy. Organizers said the goal was to make complex digital topics more relatable by using art and narrative to spark conversations at home.

“Children are growing up in a digital-first world,” said Atty. Irish Saladanan-Almeida, Globe’s Chief Privacy Officer and Vice President for AI, Cybersecurity, and Data Privacy. “As a company that champions responsible digital citizenship, Globe is here to help families navigate that world safely, starting with conversations like this. Our goal is to empower both kids and parents to make smart, informed choices online.”

The program also drew support from the National Privacy Commission. Privacy Commissioner Atty. Johann Carlos S. Barcena underscored the importance of helping families build safe digital habits early.

“Technology creates new ways for children to learn and explore, but it also asks families to stay mindful of privacy, safety, and the choices young people make online,” Barcena said. “At the NPC, we work to protect personal data, especially for children who may not always realize the risks. Conversations like today help families build healthy habits and create safer digital environments at home.”

For CANVAS, the collaboration highlights how art can serve as a gateway to deeper social awareness. Deputy Executive Director Annette Ferrer said visual storytelling can make topics such as AI and data privacy less intimidating for young audiences and their parents.

“We believe stories have the power to shape minds and inspire action. Collaborating with Globe on the Safe Space initiative allows us to use art and storytelling to address issues that affect children today,” said Ferrer. “Grounding topics like AI and data privacy in visuals gives families confidence to continue the conversation at home.”

Beyond the main session, Globe representatives Derick Ohmar Adil and Karen Panisales led short talks on responsible AI use and simple, age-appropriate ways families can strengthen digital safety practices together.

Safer Internet Day is a global call to promote a safer and more respectful online environment, particularly for children and young people. Globe said its participation reflects a broader commitment that goes beyond connectivity, focusing on education, protection, and empowerment in the digital space.