Mr. Thushera Kawdawatta, CEO at AxiataDigitalLabs expressed his thoughts about achieving the Overall Silver Award, Gold Award and Most Popular Website Award in Corporate Social Responsibility Category in BestWeb.LK 2023 competition.
“We are deeply honored by the prestigious recognition bestowed upon us at the BestWeb.lk Awards 2023. At Axiata Digital Labs, our dedication to child online safety through KidsSafe reflects our unwavering commitment to leverage technology for a positive impact. Emerging victorious in three pivotal categories—’Best CSR Website,’ ‘Most Popular Website,’ and ‘Silver Award for Overall Excellence’—signifies the strategic importance of our global mission.
Kids Safe symbolizes our team’s efforts to create a safer and more accountable digital ecosystem for future generations. In addition to the more evident risks such as cyberbullying, grooming, and device addiction, the manner in which children interact with the online world necessitates that we assess their mental health and wellbeing, the type of content they view, what they post online, and the possibility of exploitation by the unknown.
At the heart of our strategy lies our visionary ‘Digital Inclusion Initiative.’ This initiative equips caregivers with essential tools, empowering them to navigate the digital landscape securely. We wholeheartedly champion a sustainable and responsible digital ecosystem, one that is indispensable for our collective future.
In an era where the digital landscape undergoes rapid transformation, we remain steadfast in our mission to protect our children in the online world. Our journey towards innovation in digital safety and responsibility knows no bounds. Together, we are forging a safer and more engaging digital future—one that is both meaningful and secure.”
Thushera Kawdawatta
CEO
AxiataDigitalLabs