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Professionals Online Safety Helpline Releases New Resources
The Professionals Online Safety Helpline has released new resources to help support teachers and professionals working with young people
15th September 2023
Gina Martin, Adrienne Katz and Graham Lowe Join Series 2 of Online Safety Podcast
SWGfL has just released Series 2 of the online safety podcast Interface. Find out more and take a listen to our new episodes here.
15th September 2023
Back to School - Looking Ahead to the New School Year
With the final few weeks of the summer break approaching, there are plenty of opportunities to prepare yourself and your students for the start of the new school year. Find online safety advice and support here.
22nd August 2023
Instagram Announces New Ways to Restrict Unwanted Direct Messages
Instagram has announced a new feature to protect users from receiving unwanted messages.
16th August 2023
New Roblox Checklist Available
We have recently updated our Roblox checklist that provides helpful guidance on the various privacy and security settings available.
10th August 2023
Top Tips for Staying Safe Online During the Summer
We’ve put together some useful guidance to help you discuss online safety with young people, supporting them to safely make the most of their online experiences this summer.
28th July 2023
An Introduction to Threads
This article takes an introductory look at Meta's new social media platform, Threads and informs around what safety and privacy features are available.
25th July 2023
Report Harmful Content Tackles Online Harassment and Abuse in Sport
Report Harmful Content are running an awareness campaign to highlight what people can do when faced with harmful online content in sport.
20th July 2023
Meta Introduces New Digital Wellbeing and Parental Supervision Tools
Meta has announced new features to support young people and families across Facebook and Instagram.
7th July 2023
New AI Topic Hub Launched
We have just released a brand-new topic hub that explores the ins and outs of artificial intelligence with considerations for schools included.
12th June 2023
SWGfL Wins at the Charity Awards 2023
We are delighted to announce that SWGfL has taken the top prize in the Education & Training category at this year’s Charity Awards.
8th June 2023
New Apple Feature Warns Users About Unwanted Nude Images
Apple have announced that they will include a ‘Sensitive Content Warning’ when adults receive a photo or a video that contains nude imagery. Find out more in this article.
7th June 2023
SWGfL Calls on Other Nations to Implement Essential Online Safety Initiatives
This week, SWGfL attended the ITU Regional Development Forum where we spoke to representatives all across Europe about essential online safety initiatives.
25th May 2023
Mental Health Awareness Week – Anxiety Online
It's Mental Health Awareness Week, and this year's theme is anxiety. Find out more about how to look after yourself online.
18th May 2023
Staying Safe When Buying and Selling Personal Items Online
In this guidance we explore the process of buying and selling personal items online and what needs to be considered for staying safe.
16th May 2023
UK Safer Internet Centre Launches Don’t Steal My Right to Appeal Campaign
The Online Safety Bill is looking to remove an essential protection that is supporting individuals to report and remove online content. Find out more
9th May 2023