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1 December 2017 Becca Cawthorne

The #SID2018 social media campaign

The social media campaign trended throughout the day on 6th February 2018 to celebrate Safer Internet Day.

29 November 2017 Becca Cawthorne

Almost 2 in 5 young people have seen fake news online

Ofcom have released the findings from their 2017 Children’s media use and attitudes report, which focuses on children’s behaviour online and the way in…

28 November 2017 Becca Cawthorne

Things to consider when buying tech gifts this Christmas

This blog contains advice for parents and carers to help them get to grips with the safety features available on…

21 November 2017 Andy Robinson

On the road again: on tour with SID TV

As preparations for Safer Internet Day 2018 ramp, the team at SWGfL has been working hard, becoming  script writers, producers, runners and location fixers to create…

20 November 2017 Becca Cawthorne

Consultation for teachers about PSHE and RSE in a digital age

Teachers around the UK are invited to take part in a consultation to shape PSHE and RSE education in schools

17 November 2017 Becca Cawthorne

6 Tips for having a conversation with your child about cyberbullying

As Anti-Bullying Week comes to a close it is important to continue the conversations and messages that were highlighted during…

16 November 2017 Becca Cawthorne

Stop Speak Support when you see online bullying

New video from the Royal Foundation’s Taskforce gives young people three steps to take when they witness cyberbullying.

15 November 2017 Becca Cawthorne

Advice for Professionals this Anti-Bullying Week

Kat Tremlett, a practitioner on the Professionals Online Safety Helpline, gives her advice for professionals who are concerned about cyberbullying this…

14 November 2017 Becca Cawthorne

Online reputation – taking care of your digital footprint, advice for young people

From applying to universities to getting a job, it’s important to have a positive digital footprint.

7 November 2017 Becca Cawthorne

Delete or Deactivate – What to do with your old accounts

This blog gives site specific guidance about how to deactivate or delete your accounts, and what these options mean.

3 November 2017 Becca Cawthorne

SWGfL shortlisted for BETT Award

SWGfL, a partner in the UK Safer Internet Centre, has been shortlisted as a BETT Awards 2018 finalist

3 November 2017 Becca Cawthorne

Internet Watch Foundation’s ‘Game On’ workshops with Everton FC nominated for three awards

The Internet Watch Foundation, a partner in the UK Safer Internet Centre, could win three awards in November for their campaign…