THNIC Joins Efforts to Stop Online Bullying in Age of AI
Dr. Pensri Arunwatanamongkol, executive director of the Thai Network Information Center Foundation (THNIC), took part in the conference, “Strengthening Multi-Sectoral Cooperation and Youth Participation”, held on International Stop Cyberbullying Day. The event that has as its theme, “Policy Action to End Bullying and Exploitation of Children in the Age of Artificial Intelligence”, focused on addressing the challenges of online bullying and the exploitation of children and youth, particularly in today’s digital era where artificial intelligence (AI) plays an increasingly significant role.
The conference, organized by the Foundation for Internet Development and its partner networks, was held on June 19, 2025, at the Thailand Institute of Justice (TIJ).
During the conference, Dr. Pensri presented three key policy recommendations.
- Education and Awareness
She proposed integrating a curriculum on “Digital Literacy and Online Ethics” across all levels of education, aiming to equip children and young people with the skills to use technology safely, ethically, and critically from an early age. She also emphasized the importance of raising awareness among parents and teachers, helping them better understand their roles in preventing and effectively addressing cyberbullying behaviors.
Technology and Online Platforms
She recommended that online platforms be required to implement strict identity verification for account, email, and page owners, using clear processes for age and document verification. Platforms should also provide accessible reporting channels for inappropriate behavior, with prompt response and action.
In addition, she encouraged the adoption of .th and .ไทย domains to enhance website credibility, along with the use of secure link-shortening services and QR codes linked to verified URLs. She also highlighted the importance of promoting research and development of AI technologies to effectively detect cyberbullying behaviors across online platforms.
Building Collaborative Networks
She recommended fostering stronger cooperation among schools, parents, government agencies, and the private sector to monitor, prevent, and share information on inappropriate online behaviors. Such collaboration would enable timely and systematic responses. She also emphasized the need to develop rehabilitation programs for offenders, focusing on behavior modification to reduce the likelihood of repeated misconduct. These programs could be integrated with broader awareness campaigns.
The conference reflected strong collaboration across all sectors—including government, private organizations, technology providers, civil society, and youth representatives—who came together to share perspectives and drive policies aimed at safeguarding the rights and safety of children and young people in the digital society.
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