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draft lip-ageverif: local child protection without internet age verification#1

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@jaromil jaromil commented Mar 20, 2026

Inspired by https://news.dyne.org/child-protection-is-not-access-control/

This PR adds a new draft proposal in lip-ageverif.md for a Lugano approach to child protection that does not rely on mandatory online age verification.

The proposal argues for a constructive alternative based on:

  • OS-level and browser-level safeguards on managed devices
  • network-level filtering in schools and other managed environments
  • local control by parents, schools, and educators
  • shared policy tooling, training, and procurement guidance

It also makes explicit what this proposal is not:

  • not a censorship tool
  • not a city-wide internet access control system
  • not a requirement to disclose everyone’s age online
  • not an age-broadcasting layer for devices or apps

The draft is structured to follow the sections expected by lip-0001.md, including motivation, specification, rationale, stakeholder impact, transition, implementation, and governance.

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Rudd-O commented Mar 22, 2026

Excellent work.

How can I lend a hand in the effort?

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