Indonesia plans to ban social media for users under 16

A group of concerned parents and child advocacy groups gathers outside a government building in Jakarta to voice their support for Indonesia's new policy banning social media access for users under 16.

According to the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology, the policy will prohibit children under 16 from accessing popular social media sites and applications. This move is intended to protect minors from exposure to harmful content, cyberbullying, and potential exploitation. Officials have emphasized the need for a safer online environment as digital engagement among youth … Read more