This week we’re shaking things up a bit – and using our weekly roundup to bring you key pieces of information you need to help keep young people safe during the Coronavirus pandemic.
It’s safe to say that a lot of us are preoccupied with the constant media coverage of the Coronavirus pandemic. The focus continues to hone in on vulnerable people, and while most of us are working to shield those at the highest risk, the criminals are working to exploit us all. The
Watch our Special Educational Needs Advisor, explain Coronavirus using Makaton. Do you receive our Safeguarding Alerts? Receive regular updates to help you safeguard children in a digital era. This is why your connection may be slow, right now! A lot of
Watch this short animation to understand the importance of physical distance in combating the spread of Coronavirus. Do you receive our Safeguarding Alerts? Receive regular updates to help you safeguard children in a digital era. What is Coronavirus? An Explainer for
A lot of us are spending more time at home at the moment, practicing what is now known as social or physical distancing from others. Like everyone else, you’re probably using the internet much more than you usually do and for longer periods of time. So, you are probably experiencing
As the Covid-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic develops further young people in your care will begin studying at home. The virus has brought monumental change to how we teach and care for children and young people. The virus presents a particular challenge for a lot of younger children
As the Covid-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic develops further young people in your care will begin studying at home. This is a massive change to their standard routine (and yours). Independent home study might present a challenge for a lot of young people as they adapt to new forms of learning. We’ve talked to the
“I started getting quite self-conscious…and I just remember it was one Easter and I ate an entire Easter egg (I love chocolate) and I just thought, I don’t feel well. I went upstairs and I just tried to be sick, more for comfort rather than actually thinking ‘I need to get rid of
The Skull Breaker or ‘jump trip’ challenge is the latest trend to make the news, but it’s not exactly new. It involves asking a person to jump high off the ground and then kicking their legs as they land, causing them to lose balance. This challenge has been reported in the US, where
At Ineqe Safeguarding Group, we believe in educating, empowering and protecting communities by providing contextual safeguarding information, resources and content. Treating one another with respect and kindness is a simple way for everyone to do just that. This is why we are proud to invite everyone to celebrate 'Random Acts of Kindness Day' on the 17th February
An bhfuil Gaeilge agat? Íoslódáil an achmhainn thíos. At Ineqe we believe everyday is a Safer Internet Day. For this year’s Safer Internet Day, we’re giving you some FREE resources to help positively influence your pupils. This lesson is the first of many teaching resources from online bullying to fake news. Our resources
Safeguarding Alert A dangerous new App has come onto our radar, posing risks to children and young people – we’ve chosen not to reveal the App’s name to avoid driving traffic to the platform. Do you receive our Safeguarding Alerts?
This article originally appeared on Huffpost and can be read here. For the ICO’s age appropriate design to work, we need better age verification, safeguarding expert Jim Gamble QPM writes. In this digital age, where parents use screens to pacify, distract and engage their toddlers, it’s no surprise that children
Watch Jim's TEDx Talk on 'Online Safety - it is not about the internet' Download and use our free Safeguarding Resource to capitalise on the learning opportunity We’ve been asked about how Jim Gamble’s TEDx talk can be used in safeguarding training so
What is Google Stadia? It’s a cloud gaming service where users can play and stream video games to YouTube. How does it work? Stadia requires an internet connection, but no console. The platform can be accessed through Google’s Chrome browser on desktop and It’s also set to be available on
The demand for Safeguarding Information Recent findings from Ofcom tell us that 83% of adults have concerns about harms to children on the internet (Ofcom, 2019). So, it is no surprise that there’s now unprecedented demand for safeguarding information, advice and guidance from parents, carers and safeguarding professionals. This appetite for information about online
Are your class winding down in the lead up to Christmas? Need something festive to keep them engaged? We have developed 'The Christmas Resource Pack' - It will have your class fixated while also having some festive fun. The pack includes: A Gaming Buzzwords Wordsearch - This wordsearch includes all of the most popular gaming
UNICO LIVE is the latest app to come onto our radar, which poses significant risks to children and young people. We’ve put together the features, risks and what you can do to protect children and young people in your care. WHAT IS UNICO LIVE? Released in April this year, UNICO LIVE is a
There is nothing wrong with gaming in moderation, but if you are concerned that a young person in your care has problematic behaviours toward gaming, it’s best to seek support. So far there have been several treatment options identified including therapeutic counselling, medication and/or self-help groups. Healthy habits can support young people to
Samsung has acknowledged that 'any fingerprint' can unlock the flagship S10 phone, because of issues with screen protectors. Samsung has said they will soon release a software patch to fix the issue affecting the in-display fingerprint sensor. The sensor uses ultrasound technology to detect details of a user’s fingerprint. Upon release, Samsung claimed
How we use screens has changed how we live our lives. They make our education, work and social activities easier, quicker and slicker. For a while now, we’ve seen debates about screen time pass in and out of the news cycle. One thing is for certain- too much screen time can impact our
There is nothing wrong with gaming in moderation, but if you are concerned that a young person in your care has problematic behaviours toward gaming, it’s best to seek support. So far there have been several treatment options identified including therapeutic counselling, medication and/or self-help groups. Healthy habits can support young people to
You may have heard the term 'sadfishing' in the media this week and wondered what it was. This concerning trend is not new, but it does serve as an indicator for the state of young people’s wellbeing online and their attempts to cope. The term 'sadfishing' refers to the act of posting about a personal problem online to gain
Did you know that last year, Childline provided 12,000 counselling sessions to young people about online issues, or that 40% of young people who were bullied in the past year, never told anyone about it? In light of this, we have created a printable resource to test the super cyber powers of children
Feeling a strong connection online? Be cautious! Learn how to spot the signs of catfishing and protect yourself, and those in your care, from online predators. Our online safety shareable provides essential information on identifying red flags, verifying online profiles, and taking action if you suspect a catfish.
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