EduCare Advent Care-ndar – Day nine
This week, the National Police Chief’s Council (NPCC) issued a release in which they advised of the urgent need to educate children and young people about the risks associated with the new threat of live streaming platforms.
As connected devices are probably at the top of many Christmas wish lists, on day nine of our Advent Care-
Conversation is key
The NPCC commented: “We need parents and carers to talk to their children about healthy relationships and staying safe online.”
Whilst tools and settings to restrict access are important, parents and carers cannot rely on practical methods alone to keep children safe online. An open dialogue with the child or young person is vital. Former Covert Internet Investigator for the Metropolitan Police Child Abuse Investigation Command and expert advisor for EduCare’s Online Safety training course, Jonathan Taylor, recommends that parents and carers show interest in children’s interests and use newspaper headlines to start a conversation.
Stay up to date
Parents and carers, and professionals who are responsible for
According to the NCPP, “child protection experts are warning that knowledge goes out of date more quickly than many people
#WhoIsSam
The National Crime Agency and National Police Chiefs’ Council have launched a new campaign encouraging parents to talk to their child about the
Get involved
If you don’t know what apps are being used, how they work, what access they require, if they have in-app purchases and what
Jonathan Taylor recommends that people get involved and ask children or young people to give them a demonstration or tour around their world.
Don’t just assume it is safe and appropriate.
#StaySafeAtChristmas
Feeling stressed about getting everything done in time for Christmas? You’re not alone. Tomorrow in our Care-
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