Family and Social Services Minister Göktaş Announces Statement on Under-15 Social Media Regulation
Minister Mahinur Özdemir Göktaş announced that the social media regulation prepared for individuals under the age of 15 will protect children from digital risks.
Minister of Family and Social Services Mahinur Özdemir Göktaş announced that the social media regulation prepared for those under 15 will protect children from risks in the digital world and prevent risks of sexual abuse and commercial exploitation.
Purpose of the Social Media Regulation
Minister of Family and Social Services Mahinur Özdemir Göktaş stated that the social media regulation targeting children aims to protect them from the risks of the digital world.
Developmental Protection and Privacy Measures
Emphasizing that the age and best interests of the child will be taken into account in content and services, Minister Göktaş stated that a separate mechanism and high privacy settings will be introduced for children's accounts.
Expectations from Platforms and Measures Against Exploitation
Minister Göktaş expressed that they want social media platforms to help them implement systems that will protect children.
Investigation Allegations and Legal Process
Responding to allegations by Yeni Party Izmir Deputy Ümit Özlale regarding a fund investigation, Minister Göktaş announced that if she wins the lawsuit to be filed in the legal process, she will transfer the compensation amount to the Family and Youth Fund.
İyilik Var Digital Volunteering Platform
Minister Göktaş also provided public information about the İyilik Var digital volunteering platform launched by the ministry.