UN urges urgent action to protect children online
UN News1 min read107 words
More than eight in ten individuals aged 15 to 24 are now online worldwide, according to recent data from the International Telecommunication Union. The figure marks a significant increase in youth connectivity and highlights a generational shift in digital access that surpasses overall population rates in many regions.
In low‑income countries, young people are adopting the internet at a pace nearly twice that of the broader population, indicating that youth are driving digital expansion where resources are limited. The rapid uptake among this age group suggests growing opportunities for education, employment, and social engagement, while also underscoring the need for policies that support sustainable and inclusive connectivity.
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