Safeguarding Soundbites – Exam Stress, Missing Children & more

2022-05-27T15:16:37+01:00

Read the script below Hello and welcome to Safeguarding Soundbites! I’m Colin Stitt, Head of Safer Schools and on this week’s episode, I’ll be talking about the impact of exam stress on young people and how you can help, International Missing Children’s Day, and as always, getting

Safeguarding Soundbites – Exam Stress, Missing Children & more2022-05-27T15:16:37+01:00

Accessibility Awareness, Apex Legends & more

2022-05-24T11:45:29+01:00

Read the script below Hello and welcome to Safeguarding Soundbites – the mini podcast from Ineqe Safeguarding Group that gives you this week’s round-up of safeguarding news, alongside all the latest updates and advice from our safeguarding team. My name’s Iain Jones, let’s get started! This week

Accessibility Awareness, Apex Legends & more2022-05-24T11:45:29+01:00

Foster Care, Mental Health, WhatsApp & more

2022-05-24T11:47:23+01:00

Read the script below Hello and welcome back to Safeguarding Soundbites. If you’re a first-time listener, this is the mini podcast that brings you all the week’s top online safeguarding stories, alongside the latest advice and updates from our safeguarding experts here at Ineqe Safeguarding Group. I’m

Foster Care, Mental Health, WhatsApp & more2022-05-24T11:47:23+01:00

World Password Day, FIFA & more

2022-05-24T11:57:36+01:00

Read the script below Hello and welcome to this week’s Safeguarding Soundbites. I’m Iain Jones, Service Engagement Officer at Ineqe Safeguarding Group and this is our weekly podcast that will bring you up-to-speed with online safeguarding news. Over the next few minutes, I’ll be summing up this

World Password Day, FIFA & more2022-05-24T11:57:36+01:00

The FIFA Playbook – A Guide for Parents and Carers

2023-09-26T16:50:10+01:00

We understand that the world of FIFA (and gaming in general) can seem overwhelming and unfamiliar as a parent or carer, especially if a child knows everything about the game. Our online safety experts have taken an extensive look at the popular game to help you better understand exactly what the child in your care

The FIFA Playbook – A Guide for Parents and Carers2023-09-26T16:50:10+01:00

TikTok trends, parental control apps, Ofsted & more

2022-05-24T11:57:26+01:00

Read the script below Welcome to another safeguarding soundbites – the podcast that’s short and sweet but comes complete with all the week’s safeguarding news, plus find out what our safeguarding experts have been talking about this week. I’m Iain Jones, Service Engagement Officer at Ineqe Safeguarding

TikTok trends, parental control apps, Ofsted & more2022-05-24T11:57:26+01:00

Finstas, BeReal & more

2022-05-24T11:56:53+01:00

Read the script below Hello and welcome to Safeguarding Soundbites – the podcast that’s perfect for getting prompt and precise safeguarding news on-the-go. You’ll also be hearing from me, Colin Stitt, Head of Safer Schools, about the latest online safety updates from our safeguarding team here at

Finstas, BeReal & more2022-05-24T11:56:53+01:00

Safeguarding Soundbites – Self-Help Apps, Stories on TikTok & More

2022-04-14T14:20:33+01:00

Read the script below Hello and welcome to Safeguarding Soundbites with me, Colin Stitt, Head of Safer Schools at INEQE Safeguarding Group. Today, I’m bringing you this week’s safeguarding news highlights, plus all the latest updates from INEQE’s Safeguarding experts! I hope you’re having a wonderful

Safeguarding Soundbites – Self-Help Apps, Stories on TikTok & More2022-04-14T14:20:33+01:00

Easter, Ofcom & Safer sharing habits

2022-05-24T11:56:12+01:00

Read the script below Hi and welcome to another Safeguarding Soundbites – where I bring you up to speed with all the safeguarding news you need. I’ll also be telling you about Ineqe Safeguarding Group's latest articles and releases that will help guide and support you on

Easter, Ofcom & Safer sharing habits2022-05-24T11:56:12+01:00

Protecting your Photos on Social Media – A Safer Sharing Guide

2023-09-26T14:57:01+01:00

Social media is a great place for young people to share photos with each other – showing what they’ve been up to, commemorating special occasions, and sharing special memories. Unfortunately, there have been documented cases of people scouring social media profiles to find photographs of children and young people in school

Protecting your Photos on Social Media – A Safer Sharing Guide2023-09-26T14:57:01+01:00

Gambling in Gaming, Autism Acceptance Week & more

2022-05-24T11:55:49+01:00

Read the script below Hi, welcome to Safeguarding Soundbites. I’m Colin Stitt, Head of Service and Safer Schools at Ineqe Safeguarding Group and today I’ll be bringing you the latest in safeguarding news and talking about the online issues we can all take action on to help

Gambling in Gaming, Autism Acceptance Week & more2022-05-24T11:55:49+01:00

Young People & Gambling in Gaming

2022-04-08T15:20:57+01:00

According to the Children’s Commissioner, 93% of UK children regularly play video games. With constant competition from other games, social media, and streaming sites, the challenge to stay engaging is a daily one for any gaming platform. This has led to the rise of gambling in gaming

Young People & Gambling in Gaming2022-04-08T15:20:57+01:00

Your Guide to the Online Safety Bill

2022-11-24T13:05:22+00:00

You may have heard about the Online Safety Bill – and if you haven’t, it’s likely you soon will!  The Online Safety Bill marks one of the biggest planned changes to date in the way online tech companies are held responsible for content that appears on their platforms. It’s specifically

Your Guide to the Online Safety Bill2022-11-24T13:05:22+00:00

How to Talk to Children with Autism about Cyberbullying

2022-11-24T13:05:23+00:00

Research shows that disabled youth, especially those with autism, are at increased risk for bullying compared to their neurotypical peers. At Ineqe Safeguarding Group, we believe that all young people should have safe and equal access to the digital world. Social media and the online world can be a difficult place

How to Talk to Children with Autism about Cyberbullying2022-11-24T13:05:23+00:00

Rocket League, Instagram & Assistive Tech

2022-05-24T11:54:36+01:00

Read the script below Hello and welcome to Safeguarding Soundbites, the go-to podcast for getting up-to-date safeguarding news fast! I’m Colin Stitt, head of Safer Schools at Ineqe Safeguarding Group and this week I’ll be talking about Rocket League, Instagram updates and, as always, this week’s online

Rocket League, Instagram & Assistive Tech2022-05-24T11:54:36+01:00

What is Rocket League?

2022-04-07T13:09:10+01:00

While you might have fond memories of videogames like Mario Kart and Sonic the Hedgehog, children and young people today will probably be more familiar with games like Rocket League. This free online game can be played on almost any console – no wonder it has

What is Rocket League?2022-04-07T13:09:10+01:00

Young Carers, CSE & Safeguarding News

2022-05-24T11:53:46+01:00

Read the script below Welcome to Safeguarding Soundbites with me, Colin Stitt, Head of Safer Schools at Ineqe Safeguarding Group and your host for today’s episode of the pocket-sized podcast that brings you the latest in digital news and safeguarding expert views. This week was Young Carers

Young Carers, CSE & Safeguarding News2022-05-24T11:53:46+01:00

Young Carers and Isolation

2023-09-26T14:33:17+01:00

The lifestyle of being a carer is often a lonely one and for young carers any isolation can be tough to cope with. In honour of Young Carers Action Day 2022, here’s our guide on how to spot, support and stand with the young carers in your

Young Carers and Isolation2023-09-26T14:33:17+01:00

Talking to Children, Having Supportive Conversations & more

2022-05-24T11:53:09+01:00

Read the script below Hello and welcome to Safeguarding Soundbites, the bite-sized podcast that brings you snapshots of the latest in online safeguarding news, as well as a weekly round-up from our online safety experts. The recent Russian invasion of Ukraine has taken over media attention and

Talking to Children, Having Supportive Conversations & more2022-05-24T11:53:09+01:00

Talking to Your Child About the War in Ukraine

2023-09-26T12:28:22+01:00

As a global community, we have faced a turbulent few years, ruled chiefly by the COVID-19 pandemic and the restrictions it brought. Now as we enter Spring 2022, the recent Russian invasion of Ukraine has taken over media attention and national concern. We live in a time

Talking to Your Child About the War in Ukraine2023-09-26T12:28:22+01:00

Metaverse, Eating Disorders Week & more

2022-05-24T11:52:19+01:00

Read the script below Hello and welcome to Safeguarding Soundbites, the bite-sized podcast that brings you straight-to-the-point updates on the latest online safeguarding news, as well as a weekly round-up from our safeguarding experts. How much do you know about the Metaverse? Recent statistics show that around

Metaverse, Eating Disorders Week & more2022-05-24T11:52:19+01:00

What is the Metaverse?

2022-03-04T17:06:27+00:00

This article features a case study which includes details that some readers may find upsetting. Please note: this article should not be shared with children and young people. With Facebook changing its name to ‘Meta’ and news outlets releasing investigative reports around the

What is the Metaverse?2022-03-04T17:06:27+00:00

Influencers & Eating Disorders – Measuring the Influence

2023-09-26T12:59:20+01:00

In the last few years, as the impact of social media influence continues to grow, there has been a growing concern over the link between influencers and eating disorders. Websites that encourage disordered eating have been around almost as long as the internet has existed. In the 90s, ‘pro-anorexia’ sites (often

Influencers & Eating Disorders – Measuring the Influence2023-09-26T12:59:20+01:00

Self-Harm and Peer Support

2022-03-07T09:45:38+00:00

Over the course of the pandemic, mental health in the UK has worsened by 8.1%, with young people and women most affected as the groups who already had been struggling with mental health issues prior to the outbreak of COVID-19. We know from emerging research that self-harm referrals and presentations at

Self-Harm and Peer Support2022-03-07T09:45:38+00:00

Safeguarding Soundbites – Virtual Reality, Snapchat Live Location and Safeguarding News

2022-02-25T16:30:27+00:00

Read the script below Welcome back to another safeguarding soundbites, the mini safeguarding podcast that gives you all the essential news and updates in the world of online safeguarding for children and young people, with me Colin Stitt, Head of Safer Schools. This week, we’re talking

Safeguarding Soundbites – Virtual Reality, Snapchat Live Location and Safeguarding News2022-02-25T16:30:27+00:00
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