Child Safeguarding Week is almost here (8-14th September) and we want to support you with resources you can start using right now.
https://safeguardingchildren.podbean.com/e/scams-screens-and-safety-netsafes-mission-of-guiding-kids-through-the-online-world/
The online world is changing fast. It can be hard for families to keep up. Children are growing up in a digital age where new risks from scams to cyberbullying are becoming part of their everyday lives.
That is why we are sharing an important Together podcast episode with Brent Carey, CEO of Netsafe. Brent talks about the changing online world, the rise of scams targeting young people, and practical ways families can respond.
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What this episode covers
In this episode, Jessica McQuoid (Safeguarding Children consultant) and Brent discuss:
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Netsafe’s role and support: How they protect New Zealanders online and tackle risks like scams targeting young people.
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Practical steps for families: Why open conversations matter, and how to use safety tools like social media plans and platform settings.
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Looking ahead: Netsafe’s Innovate for Impact Fund and the new resources being developed to keep children and young people safe.
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By listening, you’ll gain practical insights that will help you prepare for Child Safeguarding Week and for the challenges children face online every day.
Please go to: https://www.safeguardingchildren.org.nz/ for further information.
The SHS Team
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