Columnist: Are Malaysians ready to embrace digital citizenship?

The responsible and ethical use of digital technologies is referred to as “digital citizenship.” It involves understanding
the rights and responsibilities of individuals and communities in the digital world, as well as the impact that technology can have on society. Digital citizenship enables us to have a range of skills and behaviors that relates to digital capabilities, such as digital literacy, online safety and security, digital ethics, and responsible social media use. It also involves being aware of issues like cyberbullying, digital identity, and online privacy. Currently, technology plays an increasingly important role in all aspects of our lives. Therefore, being a responsible and ethical digital citizen helps to ensure that technology is used in a way that maximizes its benefits while minimizing its risks and negative impact on society.

In Malaysia, digital citizenship is an evolving concept that reflects Malaysians progress in embracing technology and the
digital economy. We recognized the importance of digital citizenship and has taken several steps to promote it among
Malaysia. One of the key initiatives the MyDigital program, which aims to transform Malaysia into a digitally driven economy by the year 2025. This initiative focuses on several areas, including improving digital infrastructure, building
digital skills, digital entrepreneurship, and digital governance. There are also various activities launched to promote responsible online behavior and cybersecurity awareness among Malaysians, such as Digital Lifestyle Malaysia campaign, by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC).