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Making the Internet a Safer Place – For Everyone

2022-11-24T13:05:25+00:00

This blog is about Assistive Technology and how it can be used to include children with additional needs in digital spaces. Our Makaton video will enable children to build a trusted team of adults who they can rely on for help, support and guidance. INEQE Safeguarding Group values an online

Making the Internet a Safer Place – For Everyone2022-11-24T13:05:25+00:00

Tackling Conspiracy Theories and Misinformation 

2022-01-11T16:53:17+00:00

4 min read Key Points The spread of misinformation, fake news and conspiracy theories in the UK has reached new heights.  According to Ofcom, 61% of people are concerned about the impact of misinformation concerning COVID-19.  Children can be targets of misinformation and be more susceptible to believing falsehoods or innocently sharing false information

Tackling Conspiracy Theories and Misinformation 2022-01-11T16:53:17+00:00

New Year’s Resolutions, Safer Video Conferencing and Incels

2022-01-07T16:51:35+00:00

Read the script below I’m Colin Stitt, Head of Safer Schools at Ineqe Safeguarding Group and for the next few weeks, I’ll be bringing you a very brief briefing on the latest in safeguarding news and updates, sharing advice from our team of online safeguarding experts

New Year’s Resolutions, Safer Video Conferencing and Incels2022-01-07T16:51:35+00:00

ABCs of Live Video Conferencing for Education and Engagement

2022-01-06T14:49:55+00:00

As schools across the UK are warned to expect further disruptions due to staff shortages and pupil absences, many teachers, parents, and school staff will be preparing contingency plans for home learning.   To support you, we have updated our in-depth guidance and safety checklist on the safer use of platforms such as Zoom, Cisco Webex, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet and GoToWebinar.   The guidance for

ABCs of Live Video Conferencing for Education and Engagement2022-01-06T14:49:55+00:00

Resources for Safer Internet Day

2021-12-22T10:06:22+00:00

Here at Ineqe Safeguarding Group, we believe that every day should be a safer internet day for children and young people. That’s why for 2022’s Safer Internet Day, we’ve put together a list of all our resources we create year-round, to help you safeguard the children and young people in your care online.

Resources for Safer Internet Day2021-12-22T10:06:22+00:00

Assistive Technology for a Connected Christmas

2021-12-13T11:39:40+00:00

Technology has become such an important part of our lives, especially over the pandemic and lockdowns. For some children and young people, assistive technology can be the key to overcoming barriers they’d otherwise face due to a disability or illness.Having access to inclusive technology equipment, software, and product settings can reduce isolation and

Assistive Technology for a Connected Christmas2021-12-13T11:39:40+00:00

Safe Streaming This Holiday Season!

2021-12-16T10:25:01+00:00

Your Parental Guide to all Major Streaming Platforms The festive period is a great time to catch up on classic movies and binge the latest T.V. series - but it’s important that we make sure children and young people stay safe when streaming their favourite shows. Our

Safe Streaming This Holiday Season!2021-12-16T10:25:01+00:00

Santa’s Guide to Safer Livestreaming

2021-12-15T16:24:03+00:00

After these last two years, one type of online socialising has taken over how people from all over the world interact with one another at the same time. ‘Livestreaming’ happens when a video is broadcast and received in real-time over the internet. It’s the closest we can get to in-person

Santa’s Guide to Safer Livestreaming2021-12-15T16:24:03+00:00

How to Use Smart Speakers Safely This Christmas

2021-12-16T16:39:33+00:00

Smart speakers can be great addition to any household. Not only can they be of practical use (like adding to the seemingly never-sending Christmas shopping list!), but they can be a source of fun for the whole family. However, knowing how to use them safely is important. In 2019, children’s

How to Use Smart Speakers Safely This Christmas2021-12-16T16:39:33+00:00

5 Ways to Have a Healthy #ConnectedChristmas

2021-12-15T16:23:29+00:00

After two years of things feeling not quite normal, we’re all looking forward to a bit of family connection this Christmas. While the festive period is normally a time of joy it can also be a time of reflection. Some people may be reflecting on complicated feelings or experiences that might

5 Ways to Have a Healthy #ConnectedChristmas2021-12-15T16:23:29+00:00

A Connected Christmas

2021-12-16T09:49:02+00:00

Connected Christmas Visit our Online Safety Hub Members of our network receive weekly updates on the trends, risks and threats to children and young people online. These updates include access to articles, resources and factsheets to help make sure you’re ahead of the curve. Visit

A Connected Christmas2021-12-16T09:49:02+00:00

Cyber Security Toolkit for Children

2022-01-24T12:22:13+00:00

The cyber essential steps to keeping children safe online Do the children in your care understand the importance of strong passwords and cyber security? Do your passwords contain the name of members of your family, pets, sports’ teams, or birthdates? In 2021, an annual evaluation by NordPass reported that they

Cyber Security Toolkit for Children2022-01-24T12:22:13+00:00

Black Friday, Cyber-Flashing & More l Safeguarding in 60

2021-12-09T15:07:56+00:00

Join our Safeguarding Hub Newsletter Network Members of our network receive weekly updates on the trends, risks and threats to children and young people online. Pause, Think and Plan Guidance on how to talk to the children in your care about online risks. Watch video

Black Friday, Cyber-Flashing & More l Safeguarding in 602021-12-09T15:07:56+00:00

Understanding FGM

2021-12-13T10:31:29+00:00

Sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) is typically understood as an offline issue. In our line of work, however, we are seeing increasing reports of online sexualised abuse and harassment towards women and girls. To remedy this issue, we need to understand that online risks have offline roots.November 25th marks the International Day for the Elimination

Understanding FGM2021-12-13T10:31:29+00:00

What is Trolling?

2021-12-10T13:44:15+00:00

Have you ever seen the term “troll” or “trolling” used on social media? If you look at the comment section of any controversial topic, you’ll likely find it. Trolling is typically used to irritate communities, fans of celebrity targets, or people who hold specific beliefs or positions of power. The seemingly anonymous nature of internet

What is Trolling?2021-12-10T13:44:15+00:00

Instagram Features, iOS 15 Updates and The Online Community of Incels l Safeguarding in 60

2021-12-09T15:09:10+00:00

Join our Safeguarding Hub Newsletter Network Members of our network receive weekly updates on the trends, risks and threats to children and young people online. Pause, Think and Plan Guidance on how to talk to the children in your care about online risks. Watch video

Instagram Features, iOS 15 Updates and The Online Community of Incels l Safeguarding in 602021-12-09T15:09:10+00:00

Shining a Light on The Dark Web

2021-12-10T16:05:24+00:00

The phrase ‘dark web’ might bring up all sorts of connotations in your mind, none of which are probably good. For most people, the dark web is a place never ventured to or even given much thought. It’s the other side of the internet, the shadowy depths where criminals and people who are up

Shining a Light on The Dark Web2021-12-10T16:05:24+00:00

Squid Game, FIFA 22 & Deepfakes l Safeguarding in 60

2021-12-09T15:09:38+00:00

Join our Safeguarding Hub Newsletter Network Members of our network receive weekly updates on the trends, risks and threats to children and young people online. Pause, Think and Plan Guidance on how to talk to the children in your care about online risks. Watch video

Squid Game, FIFA 22 & Deepfakes l Safeguarding in 602021-12-09T15:09:38+00:00

Celebrating Teachers, iOS15 and Dyslexia Awareness l Safeguarding in 60

2021-12-09T15:09:51+00:00

Join our Safeguarding Hub Newsletter Network Members of our network receive weekly updates on the trends, risks and threats to children and young people online. Pause, Think and Plan Guidance on how to talk to the children in your care about online risks. Watch video

Celebrating Teachers, iOS15 and Dyslexia Awareness l Safeguarding in 602021-12-09T15:09:51+00:00

iOS 15 – What You Need to Know About the Latest Update

2021-12-10T16:08:01+00:00

Apple has released the latest update to their mobile system following a recent security breach much covered in the media. With iOS 15, there are multiple new features that change some of Apple’s core products in a big way. Our online safety experts have looked at all the new features in this update to

iOS 15 – What You Need to Know About the Latest Update2021-12-10T16:08:01+00:00

Fortnite: Here’s What You Need to Know

2021-12-10T16:08:30+00:00

Header Image ©& TM 2021 Marvel ©2021 CPIL. All Rights Reserved You may have recently seen popular gaming platform Fortnite in the news due to its ongoing legal battle with Apple. Because this game has always been popular with younger children and teenagers, we are often asked, “Is it safe

Fortnite: Here’s What You Need to Know2021-12-10T16:08:30+00:00

National Guidance for Child Protection for Scotland 2021

2021-12-10T16:11:59+00:00

What is it? The Scottish Government recently released the new National Guidance for Child Protection in Scotland, the first update since the previous guidance in 2014. The non-statutory guidance describes the responsibilities and expectations for how safeguarding professionals and agencies should work together with parents, families, and communities to prevent

National Guidance for Child Protection for Scotland 20212021-12-10T16:11:59+00:00

Age Appropriate Design Code, Safeguarding Alerts and the Emoticon l Safeguarding in 60

2021-12-09T15:10:32+00:00

Join our Safeguarding Hub Newsletter Network Members of our network receive weekly updates on the trends, risks and threats to children and young people online. Pause, Think and Plan Guidance on how to talk to the children in your care about online risks. Watch video

Age Appropriate Design Code, Safeguarding Alerts and the Emoticon l Safeguarding in 602021-12-09T15:10:32+00:00

Levelling Up: A Round Up of Our Best Gaming Resources

2021-12-10T16:13:44+00:00

With the rapid advancement of technology and the big boom of the gaming industry in 2020, there is a good chance your household has at least one gamer living in it. Gaming is one of the fastest evolving social forums. Even if someone games privately instead of “online” (meaning they can play simultaneously with

Levelling Up: A Round Up of Our Best Gaming Resources2021-12-10T16:13:44+00:00

The Back-to-School Guide for an Online Generation

2021-11-16T15:45:26+00:00

It’s that time of year again! When summer t-shirts are swapped for school ties, beach shorts replaced by crisp white shirts, and sandals in shoe-racks switch places with shiny new school shoes. Alongside these replacements, there are other transitions happening that may not be so obvious. As school timetables are given out, our home

The Back-to-School Guide for an Online Generation2021-11-16T15:45:26+00:00
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