Optus Digital Thumbprint
Optus Digital Thumbprint are free, curriculum-aligned workshops that teach young people to participate safely online, with the tools they need for positive, responsible and authentic experiences.
Optus Digital Thumbprint has been endorsed by the eSafety Commissioner as a Trusted eSafety Provider.
Digital Thumbprint Topics
The Digital Thumbprint Program covers five key topics.
Facilitated Workshops
Cyber Security
Learn what happens to your information and how to keep it secure.
Cyberbullying
Support yourself and others by asking questions, offering support and getting help.
Digital Discernment
Explore how what we see and hear online affects what we think, feel and do.
Digital Identity
Understand the importance of your digital profile for future success.
Digital Balance
Improve your digital wellbeing and use technology in a meaningful way.
Latest News
New interactive workshops help kids stay safe while gaming
With kids spending so much time online for both their schooling and leisure, the need for online safety education has never been greater. Optus is helping to support young people by teaching the foundations of safe behaviours with two new interactive workshops especially designed for students in Grades 3-4.
10,000 facilitated workshops supporting young Australians
Digital Thumbprint recently clocked an incredible milestone of 10,000 facilitator-led workshops to students nationwide. We caught up with our longest-serving facilitator, Dom Phelan to discuss this milestone and what's changed for your people online.
$90,000 to support 24/7 youth counselling
Through the Optus Gift Golf Day, funds have been raised to support Kids Helpline, enabling counsellors to provide free and confidential help to students when needed.
Digital Thumbprint launches in primary schools
Know the signs of negative experiences online
Check out our latest video to help you identify negative experiences or risks online and support young people to seek help.
Resources
Student Resources
Access top tips from our workshops or complete a digital health check.
Teacher Resources
Designed exclusively for teachers, these resources contain lesson plans, in-class handouts, top tips and useful links.
Parent Resources
Helpful guides with useful links and tips for parents to build awareness and help their children stay digitally safe.
Empowering the next generation
Optus empowers our next generation to learn, achieve their potential and enjoy a bright future. Optus Digital Thumbprint is completely free for schools, and does not promote any Optus products or services.
