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Safer Internet Day 2011
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Recent surveys have shown that children and young people do have concerns around their online privacy. Insafe, the European network of Awareness Centres, promote safe, responsible use of the Internet and mobile devices to young people.
The Insafe campaign for 2010 'Think B4 U post' was developed to support this work.
The Insafe campaign for 2010 'Think B4 U post' was developed to support this work.
Insafe also organise 'Safer Internet Day' each year and the topic for 2011 is 'our virtual lives' around the slogan of 'it's more than a game, it's your life'. Participating organisations from around the world have their own profile and use this channel to distribute information about their local events. Have a look at resources available for Safer Internet Day 2011 available to support events.
If you want to become expert on Internet safety, sign up with Renfrewshire Libraries to do the Scottish Qualification Authority (SQA) Internet Safety course - the first SQA
e-only qualification for anyone who regularly uses the Internet and wants to protect themselves online
e-only qualification for anyone who regularly uses the Internet and wants to protect themselves online
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Drop into your local library and ask staff for information on how to:
- stay safe online
- keep children safe online
- protect your PC
- protect your personal information
Do you ThinkUKnow how to stay safe online? Try the ThinkUKnow parents quiz and find out if you are a switched on mum or a digital dad!
The Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre (CEOP) know all about keeping safe online. You can register and get the latest information from CEOP and visit the ThinkUKnow website for parents, teachers and young people aged 5 - 16. ThinkUKnow is the CEOP Centre's online safety site providing advice and tips for children and adults of all ages.
The Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre (CEOP) know all about keeping safe online. You can register and get the latest information from CEOP and visit the ThinkUKnow website for parents, teachers and young people aged 5 - 16. ThinkUKnow is the CEOP Centre's online safety site providing advice and tips for children and adults of all ages.
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