What kids are really doing online You may have lots of questions around this topic and its very broad and we wot be able to focus on every single element otherwise we could be here till next week but aim of this talk is to give you the tools to manage and understand the risks and benefits of the internet and having open conversations with your children abut how they use the internet and other social media apps. Internet is part of peoples lives more than it ever was Lots of American clip Al still relevant good tips on starting convos http://www.cyberwise.org/

As social networking becomes ever more popular, is it becoming a more of a concern for parents? Parents worry about the following Cant look at each case tonight but can guide you to content to help you . Will let you look at the issues highlighted on the screen, for instance sexting- general info, consequences. Will do it with any of the sub categories. Advice- whatever age children you want but for over view this evening we’ll look at online safety and resources- click on link Individual download for boys and girls- starting secondary schools Controls – step by step guides for putting controls on wifi- Restrictions can be put in place. Put controls on wifi but once on 4g those controls aren't there and we say its crucial that young people have the understanding of the risks, and open up conversation with them about people they should wary of content they are sharing. Do you play sport, where do you play, school, what school – got lots of information. https://www.internetmatters.org/

What should parents be aware of? The information that is out there to assist you. net-aware.org Designed by NSPCC and o2 phone company. Constantly being reviewed Report sites Votes on ages that should be changed Breakdown on games being used by children. Can someone give me one site they would like to look at. Gives overview of site. Good for negotiating when deciding what to allow children to access to. Minimum age but also not maximum age- need to be resilient to what they may see, that someone older might think is appropriate. Ghost mode on snapchat- can see where people are. Use it to monitor where friends are. Anything they share is then out of their control- Settings and features Able to find out what your child is using Common sense media Parent zone – pegi ratings- for games -

What can parents do to protect children? The most valuable thing a parent can do is talk to their child(ren) Be aware of inappropriate messaging or sexting (including their own digital footprint)  Who are they talking to What should they do if something is wrong Be familiar with site and platforms your children are using Talk to your child's school if they are being bullied online. Make sure you and your child know where and how to report a site or to get posts removed from a site Agree time limits or use time limiting apps Make sure you understand privacy and security settings for the app your child is using How do your children feel when you share pictures of them

Internet matters Follow the Link The age appropriate 14 years + The age appropriate Pre teen 11-13 years Will make sure link shared with school you can explore for your needs.

Drugs awareness. Signs Change in mood- Paranoia, anxiety, restlessness. Blood shot eyes Very distinct smell. Resources Interactive games that parents and young people could explore individually or as a team https://www.talktofrank.com/drug/cannabis  https://www.talktofrank.com/mess-with-your-mind