Children’s Mental Health Week 2022

2023-09-26T11:19:14+01:00

This week marks Children’s Mental Health Week across the UK. After nearly two full years of a pandemic, the newest research indicates it has taken a heavy toll on children’s mental health. Between the social impacts, education and home life adjustments, and the stress and uncertainties of

Children’s Mental Health Week 20222023-09-26T11:19:14+01:00

Digital Safeguarding in 60 – Locket widget and online safeguarding news

2022-02-04T16:32:58+00:00

Read the script below Hello and welcome back to Safeguarding Soundbites, your podcast for catching up on all the latest in online safeguarding news, with me, Colin Stitt, Head of Safer Schools at Ineqe Safeguarding Group. This week we’ve been looking into Locket, the iOS widget that’s

Digital Safeguarding in 60 – Locket widget and online safeguarding news2022-02-04T16:32:58+00:00

What is Locket?

2023-09-26T11:12:55+01:00

After gaining fame through popular social media app TikTok, this iOS widget has been shooting up the App Store charts – but what is Locket and how does the Locket widget work? What is Locket? You may not have heard of

What is Locket?2023-09-26T11:12:55+01:00

Digital Safeguarding in 60 – Online Trends in 2022, Data Protection Day and This Week’s News

2022-01-28T16:39:41+00:00

Read the script below Hello and welcome back to Safeguarding Soundbites with me, Colin, the Head of Safer Schools at Ineqe Safeguarding Group. On this week’s podcast we’re going to be talking about the latest in safeguarding news and what our teams of experts have been

Digital Safeguarding in 60 – Online Trends in 2022, Data Protection Day and This Week’s News2022-01-28T16:39:41+00:00

Online Safety Trends, Risks, and Threats for 2022

2023-03-31T11:22:50+01:00

Every new year sees new trends, risks, and threats to online safety emerge, especially for children and young people. This can seem overwhelming (and sometimes even frightening) if you feel like you’ve just got your head around the last new ‘thing’.  To help you stay ahead of

Online Safety Trends, Risks, and Threats for 20222023-03-31T11:22:50+01:00

Data Protection Day

2022-02-02T11:25:07+00:00

Data Protection Day, also known as Data Privacy Day, is celebrated every year on January 28th. It’s a day to stop, assess, and reflect on how we share and protect our data and personal information, as well as consider how our data is being collected, stored, and

Data Protection Day2022-02-02T11:25:07+00:00

Digital Safeguarding in 60 – Roblox, Replika and This Week’s News

2022-01-21T16:39:20+00:00

Read the script below Welcome back to Safeguarding Soundbites with me, Colin Stitt, Head of Safer Schools at Ineqe Safeguarding Group. This is our weekly podcast that gives you a round-up of everything that’s happened in online safeguarding news this week and highlights the latest advice and

Digital Safeguarding in 60 – Roblox, Replika and This Week’s News2022-01-21T16:39:20+00:00

Safeguarding Alert – Slender Man

2024-04-19T12:43:36+01:00

We’ve received recent reports of children as young as six discussing an online horror character called ‘Slender Man’. Our online safety experts have taken a deeper look at Slender Man to address any risks or red flags, as well as our top tips for parents, carers, and

Safeguarding Alert – Slender Man2024-04-19T12:43:36+01:00

What You Need to Know About…Replika

2023-09-26T12:50:47+01:00

After two years of lockdowns and isolation, young people are feeling more isolated than ever before. As many continue to use the online world to seek support, we’re now seeing the mainstreaming of AI friends and support bots.   Keep reading to find out all about the newest chatbot on our radar, Replika. 

What You Need to Know About…Replika2023-09-26T12:50:47+01:00

Roblox: A Parents Guide to Protecting Children from Harmful Content

2023-09-26T11:01:40+01:00

Header Image ©& TM 2022 Roblox Corporation. All Rights Reserved We have recently received multiple reports from parents and school staff about harmful content on gaming platform Roblox. To help you understand how to keep children and young people safe, we’ve created this important Roblox Parents Guide.  The latest reports we’ve received have outlined worrying accounts of younger children

Roblox: A Parents Guide to Protecting Children from Harmful Content2023-09-26T11:01:40+01:00

Digital Safeguarding in 60 – The World of NFTs and Conspiracy Theories

2022-01-17T10:18:35+00:00

Read the script below Hello and welcome back to Safeguarding Soundbites – the newest podcast on the safeguarding scene that brings you this week’s news, need-to-knows, and next steps to keeping the children and young people in your life safer online. I’m Colin Stitt, Head of Safer

Digital Safeguarding in 60 – The World of NFTs and Conspiracy Theories2022-01-17T10:18:35+00:00

A Beginner’s Guide to NFTs

2022-01-14T16:37:10+00:00

If you had just begun to wrap your head around cryptocurrencies and Deepfakes, we have news for you – there’s another online trend on the rise! The digital craze of NFTs has exploded in popularity over the last few months and it doesn’t show any signs of stopping.  Our beginner’s guide

A Beginner’s Guide to NFTs2022-01-14T16:37:10+00:00

Tackling Conspiracy Theories and Misinformation 

2023-09-26T10:39:25+01:00

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 2023-09-26T10:39:25+01:00

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

2023-09-26T11:01:08+01:00

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 Engagement2023-09-26T11:01:08+01:00

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. Safer

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

Assistive Technology for a Connected Christmas

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

Your Content Goes Here Your Content Goes Here Technology has become such an important part of our lives. 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. There are over 16 million people living with a disability

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

Safe Streaming This Holiday Season!

2023-09-26T10:26:41+01:00

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!2023-09-26T10:26:41+01:00

5 Ways to Have a Healthy #ConnectedChristmas

2023-09-26T10:20:25+01:00

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 #ConnectedChristmas2023-09-26T10:20:25+01:00

Instagram: Take a Break and Upcoming New Features

2023-09-26T10:14:37+01:00

Do you know how much time you spend on social media? What about the children in your care? Instagram users may have noticed a recent addition to the app with the launch of the platform’s Take a Break feature. This opt-in feature will prompt users to ‘step away’ from the

Instagram: Take a Break and Upcoming New Features2023-09-26T10:14:37+01:00

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

Yubo, Poppy Playtime and more! l Safeguarding in 60

2021-12-09T15:07:31+00:00

Read the script below Hello and welcome back to Safeguarding in 60! It’s your quick as a flash safeguarding news rehash! Let’s get started. This week we’ve been talking about Yubo –which, if you haven’t heard of it before, you could be forgiven for mistaking it

Yubo, Poppy Playtime and more! l Safeguarding in 602021-12-09T15:07:31+00:00

Poppy Playtime: Online Safety Review

2024-04-19T12:43:36+01:00

Guidance for Parents and Carers WARNING: This contains images and details some people may find disturbing. This should not be shared with young children.  Our online safety experts have been alerted to a video game, being described by some users as an “introduction to

Poppy Playtime: Online Safety Review2024-04-19T12:43:36+01:00

Cyber Security Toolkit for Children

2023-09-26T10:07:18+01:00

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 Children2023-09-26T10:07:18+01:00

My Child’s First Device

2022-01-19T12:11:47+00:00

As a parent or carer, you might be deciding to give your child their first phone, tablet, or laptop (or third, fourth, fifth – even a new update). This is a big decision! The responsibility and freedom that comes with owning a device is a big step for children – and you! It might even

My Child’s First Device2022-01-19T12:11:47+00:00
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