Tag: Professionals Online Safety Helpline
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
Online Safety Self-Review Tool and Policy Templates Updated for New School Year
Our online safety policy templates have been updated for the start of the school year! Find out what's been included in this article.
4th September 2023
Online Safety Live Events – Autumn 2023
Find out what Online Safety Live events are available for Autumn 2023, with sessions for England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
1st 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
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
Final Chance to Book Filtering and Monitoring Webinars
This week the UK Safer Internet Centre are delivering a series of online webinars around filtering and monitoring. Book your places here
11th July 2023
New Interface Podcast: Navigating the Challenges of Growing Up in the Digital Age
As another school year ends, our young Interface podcasters reflect on the lessons they have learned about the internet while growing up.
4th July 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
Supporting Social Media Influencers: A New Podcast Episode with Eman Kellam
In Episode 11 of the Interface Podcast, Eman Kellam joins our hosts to discuss how to support social media influencers in schools.
12th May 2023
Responding to Incidents Involving Online and Offline Harm
Included in this article are some steps schools can take to help prevent and manage incidents involving harm on and offline.
25th April 2023
Pornography and Young People: A New Interface Podcast Episode with Professor Andy Phippen
Professor Andy Phippen joins the Interface Podcast to discuss how teachers can effectively approach the subject of pornography with young people.
14th April 2023
Professionals Online Safety Helpline Releases Annual Report
The Professionals Online Safety Helpline has now released their latest annual report exploring findings and trends across 2021 – 2022.
8th April 2023
Ofcom Report Explores Young People’s Relationship with Digital Technology
Ofcom's latest report looks at how young people are interacting with social media, forming relationships and identifying misinformation online.
6th April 2023