Taking urgent notice of the disturbing rise in online sexual abuse and exploitation of children (OSAEC) content, PLDT and Smart are stepping up efforts with partners to protect children through awareness campaigns, community education, and stronger digital safeguards.

PLDT and wireless unit Smart together with Bidlisiw Foundation Inc. and Terre des Hommes Netherlands bolster the child safeguarding initiatives of Naga City, Cebu, emphasizing education and awareness in combating online sexual abuse or exploitation of children.