Tag: ProjectEVOLVE
Ofcom Enforces the Children’s Codes
New regulations from Ofcom have come into effect requiring tech companies to implement measures as part of the enforcement of the Children’s Codes.
25th July 2025
Updated RSHE Guidance Aims to Tackle Incel Culture
SWGfL welcomes the Department for Education’s updated statutory guidance on RSHE and its improved approach towards tackling misogynistic content.
23rd July 2025
Keeping Children Safe in Education – Department for Education Publishes Draft Guidance
The Department for Education (DfE) has released the preliminary “Information Only” version of Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), with the full guidance expected to come into force on the 1st of September 2025.
8th July 2025
Meta Takes Action Against ‘Nudify’ Apps
We strongly welcome the decisive steps Meta is taking to address the growing threat of "nudify" apps (AI-powered tools that produce fake, non-consensual sexually explicit images).
13th June 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
UK Government Rejects Recommendations to Tackle NCII Abuse
The UK Government have officially rejected the majority of the Women and Equalities Committee recommendations for tackling NCII abuse.
20th May 2025
Mr. Deepfake Is Down, But the Threat of Synthetic Sexual Media Remains
Oxford Internet Institute have released a study into the rise of publicly accessible "deepfake" image generators.
9th 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
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
ProjectEVOLVE Safeguarding: Upskill Your Safeguarding Knowledge
ProjectEVOLVE Safeguarding is specifically designed to help schools and organisations meet and upskill themselves within their safeguarding responsibilities.
10th March 2025
UK Safer Internet Centre and Liverpool Football Club – Getting Involved in Safer Internet Day
As part of the UK Safer Internet Centre, SWGfL visited Liverpool Football Club to educate school children about online scams and to celebrate Safer Internet Day.
11th February 2025
Integrating AI in Schools: New Policy Template Available
SWGfL has introduced a new AI policy template for schools aiming to ensure that AI is used responsibly, ethically, and effectively to enhance teaching.
6th February 2025
Ofcom Announces New Age Assurance Guidance to Protect Children from Harmful Content
Ofcom have announced a critical milestone in protecting young users from harmful content online.
16th January 2025
Revenge Porn Helpline Welcomes New Legislation to Criminalise the Creation and Sharing of Deepfakes But Still Raises Concern Amid Remaining Gaps
Take a look at what will be included and where current gaps still remain.
7th January 2025
SWGfL Services – Opening Hours 2024/2025
Our services have outlined their opening hours throughout the Christmas period along with advice if you need support through this time.
23rd December 2024