Digital Thumbprint
Award-winning national digital safety school program
The Optus Digital Thumbprint Program is a free, curriculum-aligned initiative designed to empower young people to participate safely online while fostering positive, responsible, and authentic digital interactions. Created in partnership with Optus during my tenure at ChangeLabs, the program has reached over 100,000 students since its inception in 2013, addressing critical topics like cybersecurity, digital identity, and cyberbullying.
As Design Lead, I developed facilitator-led and teacher-led workshops tailored for secondary students. These interactive sessions cover essential topics such as digital discernment, balance, and respectful online relationships. The workshops' mission focuses on equipping students with tools to navigate the digital world responsibly while promoting a broader culture of well-being and safety online.
Since its launch, the program has grown to impact 415,000 students across Australia and continues to thrive as a key part of school curriculums.
Key Contributions
- Designed and implemented the program's curriculum and interactive workshops
- Led the creative team in content creation and facilitator training
- Collaborated with expert advisors to ensure the program's effectiveness and relevance
Highlights
- Developing an award-winning program recognized for its contribution to digital safety and well-being
- Leading first program design at ChangeLabs from concept to pilot
- Witnessing the program's ongoing impact, with Optus Digital Thumbprint now embedded in schools across Australia
- Collaborating during Optus's rebrand, gaining insight into their innovative processes
