UK Safer Internet Centre

Support During COVID-19

As UK schools close, or run at a limited capacity as a result of COVID-19, we know that parents and carers are having to manage their child’s use of technology, help them learn remotely as well as keeping them safe in the process. 

UK Safer Internet Centre have provided the following useful resources and tools that may provide some advice and support during this challenging time.

Childnet Launch Online Safety Activities You Can do From Home

As children spend more time at home and are going to be online more than ever, Childnet have pulled together a list of easy-to-use resources. They are broken up into ages and include quick activities, films and plenty more fun ways to engage your children. From identifying fake news to online bullying – there is plenty for you to use and adapt for your family.  

https://www.saferinternet.org.uk/blog/keeping-children-happy-and-safe-online-during-covid-19

Working Remotely? - Advice to Professionals & Parents From POSH & RHC

As we enter the world of remote learning, there are some things that professionals and parents need to know. Now more than ever, online safety is a number one priority so whether you’re a professional now working from home or a family member now taking on the role of ‘educator’, please read the below article to get the full ins and outs

https://www.saferinternet.org.uk/blog/working-remotely-advice-professionals-parents-posh-rhc

IWF Braces for Spike in Public Reports Surrounding Child Grooming Amidst Coronavirus 

Experts are bracing themselves for a spike in public reports of child sexual abuse on the internet as more and more people stay at home during the coronavirus pandemic. Analysts at the Internet Watch Foundation (IWF) are preparing for an increase in public reporting of criminal material as a result of millions of people self-isolating at home. 

https://www.saferinternet.org.uk/blog/iwf-warning-during-coronavirus-outbreak