Gemeente Velsen offers free workshop to help parents navigate their child's online world
Struggling to keep up with your child’s digital life? Join a free, interactive parents' evening on 15 April in Velsen to learn about social media, gaming risks, and online safety. Gain practical tips to protect and guide your child in the digital age.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Event | Cyber Parents' Evening |
| Date | Wednesday, 15 April 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Location | Gemeentehuis Velsen, Plein 1945, IJmuiden |
| Organizer | Gemeente Velsen |
| Registration | nhveilig.nl |
| Topics Covered | Social media, gaming, online behavior, digital safety |
| Format | Interactive with Q&A and expert advice |
Gemeente Velsen is responsible for local community initiatives, including educational and safety programs for residents. This event reflects their role in promoting digital literacy and safeguarding children’s well-being in the municipality.
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Free cyber parents' evening on 15 April: your child's digital world
The online world is playing an increasingly significant role in children’s lives. That’s why Gemeente Velsen is hosting an interactive evening for parents on Wednesday 15 April. You’ll learn how to better understand your child’s use of social media, games, and online behaviour. Sign up quickly for this free session.
Where and when
- Date: Wednesday 15 April 2026
- Time: 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM
- Location: Gemeentehuis Velsen, entrance via the stairs at Plein 1945, IJmuiden
Register for the cyber parents' evening
Registration for this free evening is open on the website nhveilig.nl. Look under the ‘Agenda’ heading and sign up for the session in Velsen.
Cyber parents' evening programme
During the evening, the theatre duo Lering & Vermaak will guide parents through their child’s digital world in an engaging and relatable way. Using real-life scenarios, they’ll highlight the questions, risks, and opportunities that arise online. Experts will also cover topics such as:
- how children use social media and games.
- how to talk to your child about online behaviour.
- how to create a safe digital environment together.
- where to find reliable information.
The evening is interactive, with plenty of time for questions and practical tips you can use at home.