Tag: Professionals Online Safety Helpline
Family Smart Start: Empowering Safe and Effective Smartphone Use
We are pleased to announce the pilot launch of the Family Smart Start project, developed in partnership with the Family Online Safety Institute (FOSI).
15th July 2025
New Resources Available for Supporting SEND Learners
A dedicated SEND hub has been created by SWGfL for educators, Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs), and Child Protection Leads.
11th June 2025
Help Shape the Future of the Professionals Online Safety Helpline
To ensure POSH remains effective, responsive, and relevant, we are inviting professionals to take part in a short survey.
9th June 2025
Record-Breaking Safer Internet Day 2025
Safer Internet Day 2025 saw a record-breaking 57% of children and young people aged 8-17 in the UK hearing about the day.
2nd June 2025
Reports of Harmful Content Rise by 20% in 2024
The Report Harmful Content service handled 6,222 cases in 2024 (a 20.5% increase from the previous year).
29th May 2025
Cybersecurity in Education: Sign up for Free Webinar
SWGfL and our partners at Secure Schools are proud to host an essential panel discussion taking place on Wednesday 11th June.
27th May 2025
Industry Collaboration with Helpline Strengthens Online Safety Measures in the Face of Growing Challenges
Find out what the top trends and insights were from the latest Professionals Online Safety Helpline report.
22nd May 2025
Instagram Announces New Protective Measures for Teen Accounts
Instagram, along with Facebook and Messenger, has announced additional built-in protections for Teen Accounts. Find out what's been included.
14th May 2025
Real-Time Filtering in a World of Generative AI: What Schools and Colleges Need to Understand
In this article we explore the importance of real-time filtering to respond to the rise generative AI.
12th May 2025
Take Our Survey: Share Your Experience on Your Child's First Smartphone
SWGfL has launched a new survey aimed at parents and carers who have either given — or are planning to give — their child their first smartphone.
7th May 2025
New AI Policy Templates for Welsh Schools Available
We are excited to announce a new Generative AI policy template, now available to download via 360 Safe Cymru.
2nd May 2025
SWGfL Welcomes Ofcom's New Child Online Safety Measures
These measures place much-needed responsibility on digital platforms to ensure that children can enjoy the benefits of being online.
24th April 2025
Roblox Launches New Parental Controls
Roblox has recently launched some new parental controls, offering more transparency and management over young people’s accounts.
8th April 2025
SWGfL Attends the Launch of the Digital Youth Work Standards
The newly launched Digital Youth Work Standards set out a quality framework designed to enhance digital youth work practices across the sector.
1st April 2025
Upcoming Online Safety Clinics: Book Your Place
Covering critical topics such as intimate image abuse, AI in education, and online safety for SEND communities, these sessions offer practical guidance and expert insights.
26th March 2025
SWGfL Supports Ofcom’s Enforcement of the Illegal Harms Codes
SWGfL welcomes Ofcom’s enforcement of the Illegal Harms Codes, marking a step in protecting individuals from illegal online content.
17th March 2025