Before you post, ask five questions
1. Would my child be comfortable seeing this at 16?
2. Does it reveal where they live, learn or spend time?
3. Does it reveal identifying information?
4. Could this photograph be misused, copied or manipulated?
5. Does this really need to be public?
If you’re uncomfortable with any of the answers, don’t post it.
The digital age has ushered in unprecedented connectivity, offering numerous benefits to society. However, it has also facilitated a disturbing rise in online crimes against children, manifesting in various forms such as grooming, cyberbullying, and the dissemination of child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Recent statistics reveal a concerning escalation in these offences, underscoring the urgent…
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As a parent, it’s important to be aware of the potential risks your child may face while using the internet. One of these risks is the possibility of encountering an online predator. Online predators use the internet to exploit, manipulate, or harm children and adolescents. Here are some tips for recognizing and avoiding online predators:…
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As a parent, teaching your children how to use the internet safely and responsibly is important. Here are some tips for having productive conversations about internet safety with your kids: Following these tips can help ensure that your child has a safe and enjoyable online experience. Remember, the most important thing is to stay involved…
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How to Set Up Parental Controls for a Safer Online Experience for Kids As a parent, it’s crucial to ensure your child’s safety when they’re online. One way to do this is by setting up parental controls on their devices and home internet router. These controls allow you to block inappropriate content, set limits on…
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As a parent, it’s important to configure the privacy settings on your child’s social media accounts to protect their personal information and to control who can see their activity. Here’s how to configure the privacy settings on popular social media platforms: By configuring the privacy settings on your child’s social media accounts, you can help…
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Setting parental controls on an Apple smartphone can help you manage your child’s device usage and protect them from inappropriate content. Here’s how to do it: You can also set up a separate profile for your child on the device, allowing them to have apps and settings that are separate from your own. To do…
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Setting parental controls on an Android smartphone can help you manage your child’s device usage and protect them from inappropriate content. Here’s how to do it: You can also set up a separate profile for your child on the device, allowing them to have apps and settings that are separate from your own. To do…
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From 1 March 2022, President Cyril Ramaphosa approved the Films and Publications Amendment (FPA) Act. In addition, “The Amendment Act is set to transform the FPB completely, expanding its mandate and migrating it from a simple classification authority to a fully-fledged regulator, with the legitimate powers to issue and renew licences (certificates), accredit distributors and impose…
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Born between 1997 and 2021, this generation has grown up with technology, mobile phones, social media, the Internet and ”on-demand” entertainment. They are the most connected generation with groups of friends and fans on messaging apps, social media, live streaming and they will never leave home without their phone. If they do, their FOMO (fear…
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