Cyberbullying & Internet Safety

What is Cyberbullying?

Cyberbullying is the use of electronic communication to bully a person, typically by sending messages of an intimidating or threatening nature.

What is Social Media?

Social media refers to interaction among people in which they create, share, and/or exchange information and ideas in online communities and networks.

What are some good things about using the internet/social media?

What are some bad things about using the internet/social media?

What can YOU do to help?

Talk and Take Action When someone sends you a mean or scary message online, here are some ways how to deal with it: Calm down. Pause and think how you can handle the situation. Finding help or telling a trusted adult or friend. Ignoring the bully can help. Keep proof of your communication with the bully.

Keep your information private Private (Unsafe to give away) Personal (Safe to talk about) Full name (First and last) Favourite food Date of birth Your opinion (be respectful) Street Address First Name Phone number Credit card information Name of your school