Melaka: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) Melaka branch has successfully implemented a Safe Internet Campaign in 66 schools across Melaka, engaging 2,200 participants since the beginning of the year. State Science, Technology, Innovation and Digital Communications Committee chairman Datuk Fairul Nizam Roslan highlighted the campaign as a significant initiative aimed at fostering a generation that is both digitally literate and responsible in their internet and social media usage.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, Datuk Fairul expressed satisfaction with the smooth execution of the campaign, which has been carried out in collaboration with various parties, including the state education department. The campaign is set to continue in all Melaka schools until the end of the year, in alignment with the Ministry of Communications’ directive.
The Safe Internet Campaign’s primary objective is to enhance public awareness, especially among students and school staff, about the importance of safe, responsible, and ethical internet usage. Datuk Fairul shared these insights during the Alor Gajah Safe Internet Campaign event at Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan Cina (SJKC) Alor Gajah, which involved 120 pupils and 30 teachers from 15 primary schools in the area.
The campaign introduced participants to the cyber world through a level two primary school module, which included topics such as the minimum age requirement for social media users, the dangers associated with social media, and the differences in content across various platforms.
In a related development, Fairul Nizam reported that Melaka has recorded 1,568 online fraud cases from January 1 until now, resulting in losses totaling RM51.9 million. Despite the rising number of cases, the state government has implemented several initiatives through multiple agencies to increase public awareness and prevent residents from becoming victims of online fraud syndicates.
These fraud cases include non-existent job offers, fictitious investments, and love scams, affecting victims from different age groups and employment backgrounds. Additionally, online purchase fraud cases, such as scams involving mobile phones and jewelry sold on social media platforms, are reported daily.
During the campaign, Safe Internet Campaign Digital Advocate Team (K-DAT) icons were appointed from among the students and teachers of each participating school. These icons are responsible for promoting awareness among their peers about the safe, respectful, and ethical use of technology and the internet.