SAFER INTERNET DAY
Inspiring change? Making a difference, managing influence and navigating change online.
- Things change so fast online, it’s hard to keep up with what my child is doing
- Things change so fast online, it’s hard to keep up with what my child is doing
- My child is asking for a new device and I’m not sure they’re ready for one
- I’m not sure if the content my child is watching is a good influence on them, what can I do?
- What does an influencer do and how can they affect children’s behaviour?
- My child is keen to share content and make a change online. How can I help them achieve this safely?
- How to make a report online
- Find out more about specific issues
- My child keeps asking to play a game, or download an app that I don’t know about, what can I do?
My child is keen to share content and make a change online. How can I help them achieve this safely?
Lots of young people are turning to the internet to talk about issues they’re passionate about, to help raise awareness, and promote social change. Creating and sharing content online can be exciting, even more so if it reaches lots of people.
However, it’s important that young people consider the messaging and language of their posts, and how it might reflect on them.
Check regularly
A young person’s opinions and values might change over time, and the internet never forgets! Encourage young people to regularly check their accounts and delete old posts that they no longer want to share.
Know your audience
Ask your child if they know what privacy options are available, if they’re happy with the settings they currently have, and offer help if needed. Knowing who can see your posts helps to keep track of how widely things are being shared.
Be positive
Content posted privately can still be shared further than a young person expects, for example by screenshots being taken. However, if the content is positive and supports a worthy cause then social media platforms can be a great way for young people to be part of supportive online communities with like-minded people.