The Alana Institute is releasing a book detailing the creation of Brazil's Digital Child and Adolescent Statute, coinciding with the new regulations governing minors' access to social networks.
The Alana Institute, an organization dedicated to the protection of children's rights, is launching a new book titled "Children and Adolescents First: How the Digital ECA Changed the Game of Online Protection in Brazil". This release is timely, as it coincides with the enforcement of new legislation governing minors' access to social media, known as the Digital ECA, which comes into effect this week.
The book chronicles the timeline leading up to the approval of this critical law in August 2025, starting from initial research that highlighted the risks posed by the internet to young people. It delves into the legislative discussions and negotiations that took place in Congress to formulate and finalize the protections now embedded within this statute. The involvement of multiple stakeholders, including media professionals and child protection advocates, underscores the collaborative effort to enhance online safety for children and adolescents in Brazil.
Notably, contributors to this publication include prominent journalists such as Patrícia Campos Mello from Folha, Oscar Vilhena, and Thais Bilenky from UOL, who bring a wealth of experience in reporting and analyzing issues affecting the youth. The book will be available for free download starting March 20 on the Alana Institute's website, aiming to disseminate knowledge and encourage public discourse on child safety in the digital age.
