EU kaunches survey to hear from children and teens about cyberbullying
The EU is asking children aged 12–17 to take part in a survey on cyberbullying to help shape its new Action Plan. Responses are anonymous, and the survey is open until 29 September 2025.
The European Commission is inviting children and teenagers to share their experiences and ideas about cyberbullying through a new online survey. The results will help shape an EU Action Plan on Cyberbullying, aimed at making the internet a safer place for young people.
What the survey is about
The survey asks young people how they see cyberbullying, whether they have witnessed or experienced it, who they think it affects the most, and, most importantly, their ideas on how to prevent it. The goal is to collect direct input from children and teens on what works best to protect them online.
Who can take part
The consultation is open to:
- Children and teenagers aged 12–17
- Living in any EU Member State, or EU citizens living abroad
Adults over 18 are invited to contribute separately through the adult consultation on the Action Plan against Cyberbullying.
How it works
- The survey takes about 15 minutes to complete.
- It is available in all EU national languages.
- Young people can fill it out on their own or with help from a parent, teacher, or another trusted adult.
- Participation is anonymous – names and personal details are not collected.
The deadline to submit responses is 29 September 2025.
What will happen next?
The answers from children and teenagers will be combined with input from adults, schools, and organisations. Together, they will guide the European Commission in drafting its Action Plan on Cyberbullying. A summary of the findings and the final Action Plan will be published online so that participants can see how their views were used.
Why this matters
Cyberbullying remains a serious issue across Europe, affecting mental health, school life, and even safety. By directly asking young people what they need, the EU hopes to design measures that are realistic and effective. For civil society, this process is significant because it gives children a voice in shaping digital policy and holds platforms, schools, and policymakers accountable for protecting them online.
