Interactive Exhibit at Westfield Stratford City Warns of Online Dangers Facing Children
A new interactive exhibit at London's Westfield Stratford City is raising awareness about online dangers facing children. The immersive installation, created by experts at the University of East London, opened on September 24 and aims to spark conversations at home about online safety.
The installation, designed to educate passers-by, explores how online harms can disproportionately affect children based on their gender. Boys may encounter gamified misogyny and violent content, while girls often face image-based abuse and body shaming.
Visitors will find two full-sized pre-teen bedrooms filled with hidden apps, private chats, and potentially toxic influencers on smart tech and gaming devices. The exhibit challenges visitors to identify these dangers themselves, teaching them to recognise signs of online harm.
The University of East London's installation encourages parents and guardians to discuss online safety with their children. By raising awareness of these issues, the exhibit hopes to protect children and young people from potential online harms.
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