Online Child Protection - For Whanau & Parents

This session is about empowering whanau, parents and caregivers.

In today’s digital world, young people face an increasing range of risks in their online activities.  Equip yourself with the tools to reduce these risks and confidently address issues when they arise. Join us to learn how to reduce risks and maximise the benefits for your children.

Some of the things John will cover include:

• Online sexual predators

  Spotlight on online dangers. Understanding how predators operate on social media, online gaming platforms and mobile phones.

• Pornography and extremism

  Shielding from Inappropriate Content. Learn how to safeguard children and young people from harmful exposure.

• Cyber bullying

  Tackling Internet-Based Abuse. Identify warning signs and know how to intervene.

• Mobile phones

  Excessive Screen Time. Learn about the risks, the signs, and strategies to reclaim balance.

• Sextortion

  The Reality of Sextortion. How to protect against this growing world-wide threat.

• The importance of sleep

  Why digital discipline is essential for mental and physical well-being.

Why does all of this matter?

Risk factors and protective factors are identified: We look forward to seeing you at this important child protection presentation. If you cannot attend, please nominate another adult to represent your family. Together, through the school partnership children will flourish, .

John Parsons is a highly regarded Internet Safety and Risk Assessment consultant and has worked extensively in the education sector in Aotearoa. John is a published author and social commentator who works throughout Aotearoa.

John’s work with schools and kura focuses on keeping our children safe. School administration staff are often heavily involved in managing the website and social media for the school and his skills will increase the capability of all staff to manage the risks inherent with the internet and protect the children, staff and the reputation of the kura.