4 June 2026 
Strasbourg and 
online, Palais de l’Europe, Room 9
Social media is becoming an increasingly integral part of children’s daily lives, transforming how they communicate, learn, and interact. These platforms offer genuine opportunities for children to express themselves, participate in society, and stay informed. However, they also raise concerns due to the risks they pose and their potential impact on children’s well-being and mental health.
This day of discussions will provide an opportunity to explore the relationship between exposure to social media and children’s well-being and mental health, as well as to examine policy responses aimed at mitigating these risks. At a time when many countries are reviewing their legislation on children’s access to social media, the discussions will seek to identify ways to balance the protection of children with respect for their rights and participation.
This event is organised by the Steering Committee for the Rights of the Child (CDENF), in co-operation with the Steering Committee for Human Rights in the fields of Biomedicine and Health (CDBIO), under the auspices of the Presidency of Monaco of the Council of Europe Committee of Ministers. It contributes to the New Democratic Pact for Europe.
Dedicated Web Page with Draft Programme 
