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Becca Cawthorne

10 July 2018 Becca Cawthorne

A reintroduction to the IWF – looking at the important work they do

The IWF (Internet Watch Foundation), which makes up one third of the UK Safer Internet Centre, is a leading organisation…

6 July 2018 Becca Cawthorne

“But everyone else is playing it!” – How do I decide if a game is right for my child?

Childnet, a partner in the UK Safer Internet Centre, give advice for parents and carers, looking at the ways in which you…

27 June 2018 Becca Cawthorne

Meet the Childnet Film Competition Finalists 2018

We are delighted to announce the 6 schools who have been shortlisted as finalists and who will see their films…

21 June 2018 Becca Cawthorne

Online challenges and peer pressure

Advice for parents and carers to help start a conversation with young people about the risks associated with online challenges.

20 June 2018 Becca Cawthorne

IWF’s Deputy CEO Fred Langford becomes President of INHOPE

The Internet Watch Foundation’s Deputy CEO Fred Langford has become the next President of INHOPE 

13 June 2018 Becca Cawthorne

Stand up to bullying day – Free resources for teachers

Today The Diana Award are inviting schools, organisations and individuals to get involved in Stand Up to Bullying Day

12 June 2018 Becca Cawthorne

Sharenting: how am I adding to my child’s digital footprint?

Advice for parents and carers, looking at the type of information you might put online about your child, how this…

1 June 2018 Becca Cawthorne

What happens if I unfollow someone on Instagram?

Childnet, a partner in the UK Safer Internet Centre, explore what happens if you unfollow someone on Instagram; and what you can…

24 May 2018 Becca Cawthorne

Schools, Fake Accounts and RIPAs – advice from the POSH Helpline

In this blog The Professionals Online Safety Helpline look at what to do about fake accounts on social media.

15 May 2018 Becca Cawthorne

Staying safe online whilst livestreaming – advice for parents and carers

UK Safer Internet Centre Director Will Gardner looks at the IWF’s latest livestreaming research and gives advice to parents and carers. 

10 May 2018 Becca Cawthorne

A parent’s guide to YouTube Restricted Mode

In this blog we explore the safety feature ‘Restricted Mode’ on YouTube; looking at how it works and some things…

3 May 2018 Becca Cawthorne

Having an open and honest conversation about online safety – 5 questions for parents

In this blog from Childnet, a Partner in the UK Safer Internet Centre, Education Officer Phoebe looks at the ways you can start a…