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Ministry cautions parents on sharing children's images online for profit
Sri Lanka's Ministry of Women and Child Affairs has warned parents and guardians against uploading photographs and videos of children to social media platforms for monetisation purposes, citing child safety concerns.
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The Ministry of Women and Child Affairs has issued a public advisory urging greater vigilance among parents and guardians regarding the sharing of children's images and videos on social media, particularly on platforms offering monetisation features.
The warning specifically targets the practice of uploading content featuring minors to Facebook and similar platforms with the intention of generating income through advertising revenue and engagement-based payments. Authorities have expressed concern that such practices expose children to potential exploitation and privacy risks.
The ministry has emphasised that parents and guardians bear responsibility for protecting children's digital footprint and personal safety. Officials advise that before sharing any images or videos of minors online, individuals should carefully consider the long-term implications and potential dangers associated with public exposure.
The advisory forms part of broader child protection efforts by the government to address emerging digital-age challenges. The ministry has called on families to exercise heightened caution and adopt safer practices when engaging with social media platforms, particularly those that incentivise content creation involving children.
Parents seeking guidance on online child safety are encouraged to consult resources provided by child protection authorities and relevant government agencies.