Category Archives: E Safety

Where To Report A Problem !

 If you’re worried about anything you come across online, you should report it immediately to the relevant organisation and to the site where you saw it.

This is where I suggest you report a problem.

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Action Fraud

If you think you have   been ‘scammed, ripped off or conned’ online you can report it to Action Fraud online or call them on 0300 123 2040.
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CEOP

The CEOP Command of the National Crime Agency is dedicated to tackling the sexual abuse and exploitation of children and young people. You can report concerns about any suspicious sexual behaviour directly to CEOP.
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Internet Watch Foundation

If you see any criminal sexual content online you can report it anonymously to the Internet Watch Foundation.
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ParentPort

If your child has seen any type of content online or offline, that you think is unsuitable for them, you can report it using ParentPort.

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True Vision

If you see any content that incites hatred you can report it to True Vision.
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CTIRU

If you see any content online related to terrorism, you can report it anonymously to the Counter Terrorism Internet Referral Unit (CTIRU).If you’re worried about anything you or your child come across online, you should report it immediately to the relevant organisation and to the site where you or your child saw it.

Social Networking

Social Networks are Fun

But  be aware of the risks

Remember!   The lower age limit for most social networking sites is 13.

The most popular social networks include  Facebook, Instagram, You Tube, Twitter and Snap chat. Sites aimed at younger children, like Club Penguin and Moshi Monsters, also have a social networking element ….So be aware of privacy settings on all of these sites.
You can set privacy settings on most social networking sites so that only close friends can search for you

Remember! Facebook  has a setting that  you to approve or dismiss tags that people add to you  posts!

Information shared between friends can be easily copied and may spread widely

It isn’t easy to take back information that has been posted – and can be impossible if it’s already been shared, look at my digital footprint page.

Remember ! Not everyone you meet online will be who they say they are.

Chatrooms and forums can connect people who are complete strangers.

Chatrooms and forums are one of the places online groomers go to connect with children. They can also be places where people use a lot of sexual language and engage in online flirting. This is sometimes done through video chat programs such as skype.

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What is Cyberbullying

Cyberbullying is a form of bullying that takes place using electronic technology. Electronic technology includes devices and equipment such as cell phones, computers, and tablets as well as communication tools including social media sites, text messages, chat, and websites.

Examples of cyberbullying include mean text messages or emails, rumors sent by email or posted on social networking sites, and embarrassing pictures, videos, websites, or fake profiles.

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Why Cyberbullying is Different

Kids who are being cyberbullied are often bullied in person as well. Additionally, kids who are cyberbullied have a harder time getting away from the behavior.

  • Cyberbullying can happen 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and reach a kid even when he or she is alone. It can happen any time of the day or night.
  • Cyberbullying messages and images can be posted anonymously and distributed quickly to a very wide audience. It can be difficult and sometimes impossible to trace the source.
  • Deleting inappropriate or harassing messages, texts, and pictures is extremely difficult after they have been posted or sent.

Sending a sexual text, image or video can be dangerous if shared with the wrong person. Once you send a message, you’re not in control of what happens to it.

Remember images can be altered and shared !

Even if it’s posted online we can help. Here’s some advice about sexting.

What to do if someone asks you to send a photo

Sometimes people send photos because they are indirectly made to feel guilty. For example, somebody might say “I sent you a photo, so where’s mine?” or say that you “promised” them that you would send a picture. This is wrong. It’s also a form of emotional blackmail.

You don’t owe them anything and they shouldn’t try to make you feel guilty.

They might threaten to post a sexual image of you online if you don’t send them more images. This is wrong. It can feel scary or like you’re trapped in the situation. But if you’re not sure what to do, talk to a trusted adult.

I’m feeling pressured

You shouldn’t be pressured into doing anything you don’t want to do. Sex and sexual activity of any kind is something people do together to feel good. It’s not something which can be “owed”. – even if you are in a relationship or have done sexual things with that person before.

How to stop someone sexting you

With text messages and calls it can be a bit harder to block someone. This means you should always be careful about giving people your phone number. You can block a particular number from contacting you on some mobiles.

WhatsApp and most messenger apps let you un-invite or block users. Check your phone user guide to see if yours can. If it gets too much, getting your phone number changed or buying a new SIM card is another option. A parent or carer could help you with this.

If an adult has been making you feel uncomfortable by asking you to send them images, you can report them on the CEOP website. If an adult does this it is sometimes called online grooming. It is wrong for anyone to be pressuring you in this way. If you are under 18, they are breaking the law.