The Botswana Police Service held a workshop on digital parenting at the Village Garrison BDF Camp in Gaborone on 25 November 2025. The Botswana Defence Force organised the event. The goal was to help parents understand the challenges of raising children in a fast changing digital environment.
Parents face new risks as children spend more time online. The workshop pushed for stronger awareness and early action. Officers explained how you can identify signs of online threats. These threats include sexual exploitation, cyberbullying and unsafe digital habits. You learned how small changes in behaviour can signal a deeper problem. You also learned how quick intervention can prevent long term harm.
The programme covered child abuse, defilement and reporting duties. You were reminded that reporting protects children and supports investigations. Facilitators also explained how Gender Based Violence affects households. They showed how digital communication can fuel conflict when boundaries are not clear. You received clear steps to manage these risks.
The workshop promoted balanced supervision. You were advised to guide your children without limiting their trust. The officers encouraged active conversations at home. They explained that open dialogue reduces secrecy and promotes safe digital behaviour.
BDF officials welcomed the training. They noted that parents in intense professions often have limited time. They said technology keeps advancing and families must stay informed. They added that workshops like this help parents protect their children and maintain strong family environments.
The event delivered practical tools you can use immediately. It strengthened cooperation between security agencies and families. It pushed for continued learning as digital threats evolve. Parents left with stronger confidence and a clearer approach to safeguarding their children in the digital age.
