The Ombudsman’s Office Warns of the Dangers of Viral Challenges on Social Networks

President Nicolás Maduro ordered last Monday that the National Telecommunications Commission (CONATEL) request TikTok to remove videos related to viral challenges. Nov 21, 2024 Photo: Cubadebate

November 21, 2024 Hour: 7:36 pm

The institution also urges parents and guardians to conduct ongoing monitoring of the content their children access on digital platforms, emphasizing the need for proactive vigilance.

The Ombudsman’s Office has issued a statement expressing serious concern about the negative consequences associated with viral challenges that are primarily spread on TikTok.

Alfredo Ruiz, the institution’s principal representative, stated that these challenges have resulted in the deaths of at least two young people and have caused intoxications, putting children and adolescents in various schools across the country at risk.

The institution also urges parents and guardians to conduct ongoing monitoring of the content their children access on digital platforms, emphasizing the need for proactive vigilance.

Educational communities are encouraged to intensify their efforts in monitoring and preventing student participation in these risky challenges.

President Nicolás Maduro ordered last Monday that the National Telecommunications Commission (CONATEL) request TikTok to remove videos related to viral challenges.

The Ombudsman’s statement highlights the importance of collaboration between educational institutions and families.

All actors in the National System for the Protection of Children and Adolescents are urged to maintain constant vigilance, promote discussions and workshops on the responsible use of social networks, and work together to safeguard minors.