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How to Protect Young People from Online Scams?
The internet is a valuable resource for young people. They can use it to learn, connect with friends and family, and explore their interests and passions. However, spending time online also comes with potential risks, such as online scams
July update from the Childnet Youth Advisory Board
In this blog, Maryam from the Childnet Youth Advisory Board looks at the Board’s second call, and their plan for the future.
What is BookTok? Advice for Parents and Carers
‘BookTok’ is a popular hashtag on the social media app TikTok. #BookTok currently has approximately 145.9 billion views. The tag is used as a label for lots of different video types uploaded to the app. In this post, we will answer some of the questions that parents and carers may have about BookTok and share […]
Instagram Threads: A Guide for Young People and Parents
Threads is a new app from Instagram that allows users to connect with their close friends and followers in a more private and personal way. It has a similar look and formatting to Twitter, leading many experts to dub it the “Twitter competitor”. Threads is designed to be a more intimate and casual platform than […]
What is “X”? Looking at the new Twitter rebrand
While "X" presents new opportunities for the platform and its users, it also raises concerns about online safety for young internet users.
What is the Childnet Digital Leaders Programme?
The Childnet Digital Leaders Programme is an initiative that strives to educate and empower young people to use the internet safely and responsibly.
Staying safe online this summer – a guide for your family
The summer holidays are here – and it’s important that parents and carers ensure their child's online safety.
Meet the New Childnet Youth Advisory Board
In this blog, Saamya from the Childnet Youth Advisory Board looks at the Board’s first call, and their plan for the future.
Winners of the Childnet Film Competition announced!
The winners and runners-up of the Childnet Film Competition have been announced, showcasing the power of youth voice in online safety education.
Childnet and Galop collaborate for a new project supporting LGBT+ young people
Childnet is proud to announce our collaboration with Galop on a project addressing the online issues that matter most to LGBT+ young people.
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