Our Aims and Beliefs

The principles and goals that guide OSTIA's mission

We Believe

That the internet should be a safe place for everyone, especially children and other vulnerable people.
That safety does not have to be in conflict with user privacy or freedom of speech, thanks to increasing availability of proven and reliable automated processes.
That where there is conflict between safety and privacy, protecting people from the most severe dangers should take priority.
That the public deserves to know what CAN be done to improve online safety and feel equipped to ask for more from online platforms that fall short.
In informing policy makers about what CAN be done, to enable more effective legislation and regulation.
In working closely with charities, NGOs and other organisations that seek to improve online safety.
That online companies should be proactively working to make their platforms safer places and new businesses and products should be designed with safety in mind.
That we can accomplish more when we speak with a collective voice and send a positive message of hope.
That by working collaboratively we can avoid overlapping initiatives and better ensure our shared challenges are resolved.
In championing a solution focused approach by pointing to emerging practical and affordable solutions.
In working constructively with Governments and other regulators.
That by working collaboratively we can strengthen the online safety technology sector.

Promote member companies with products that improve online safety to potential customers in the UK and overseas.
Raise public, industry and government awareness of UK safety technology through press and PR across wide audiences.
Understand common challenges around how we access data for training and testing our products and services.
Persuade government to take a leadership role in developing and deploying safety technologies.
Promote the importance of the sector and its growth potential to investors.
Collaborate with interested parties in civil society on initiatives to recognise excellence in online safety.

Please do get in touch if you have questions, or would like to explore membership, collaboration, or having someone from OSTIA contribute your event.