What is Project Sandbox?

Project Sandbox is more than a podcast. It’s a platform empowering individuals with lived experience to share their stories and develop critical skills in podcast production, research, and digital media. Participants contribute to a safer and more inclusive digital world while building their confidence and employability. Each episode tackles critical topics such as misinformation, gaming safety, and the opportunities and risks presented by AI.

Why We Partnered with Culture Gem

Culture Gem shares our commitment to inclusion and empowerment, making them the perfect partner for this initiative. Their support amplifies our ability to create meaningful opportunities for participants while producing valuable, practical content to address online safety concerns.

Culture Gem is a leading provider of inclusive, adaptive security awareness and compliance training. Their award-winning platform caters to diverse learning needs, offering content in various formats to engage all team members effectively. Recognised for their commitment to accessibility and innovation, Culture Gem eliminates barriers by allowing employees to tailor their learning experience, ensuring everyone benefits equally.

For more information, visit www.culturegem.co.uk.

Culture Gem’s sponsorship goes beyond funding—it’s about creating real impact. As they’ve shared:

“The skills developed through Project Sandbox, whether in editing, teamwork, or project management, build confidence and unlock opportunities for the future. At Culture Gem, we are proud to be part of a project that is truly changing lives.”

Why Project Sandbox Matters

Disabled individuals are three to four times more likely to experience online risks, including scams and grooming, compared to non-disabled individuals. Through engaging conversations with experts, neurodivergent individuals, and advocates, Project Sandbox is driving change by offering tools, guidance, and hope.

With Culture Gem’s support, we can:

Equip participants with skills in podcast production and digital media.

Raise awareness of online safety issues affecting vulnerable communities.

Increase inclusive practices in the digital age.

A Sneak Peek at the Episodes

The series features episodes exploring essential topics:

• Misinformation: Separating Fact from Fiction

• Apps & Social Media: What Young People Want Adults to Know

• Gaming: Staying Safe While Playing Online

• Artificial Intelligence: Opportunities and Challenges

• Cyber Security and Law: Unlocking Career Pathways

• Loneliness and Community: Building Digital Resilience

Join Us

Together with Culture Gem, Project Sandbox is transforming lives and raising awareness about vital online safety issues. Learn more about this exciting partnership and how you can get involved at icaw-cic.com/sandbox.

Stay tuned for more updates as we prepare to launch this inspiring series. Thank you, Culture Gem, for championing inclusion and empowerment!

For sponsorship opportunities or further inquiries, contact us at [email protected].