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Scouts Australia places the highest priority on safety in all areas of our young members' lives, including the online world where young people may not understand or be fully aware of the risks associated with social networking and the internet as a whole. There are several online resources that can assist online administrators, children, young people, leaders and parents to stay safe online, and provide advice on what to do if an issue arises. Cybersmart (www.cybersmart.gov.au)The Australian Communications and Media Authority has developed a Cybersmart website as part of the Australian Government's cyber-safety program. This site contains activities, resources and practical advice to help young kids, kids, teens and parents safely enjoy the online world, as well as training and resources for schools and materials for library staff. Cyber-safety at Telstra (www.telstra.com.au/abouttelstra/advice/internet/)When it comes to cyber-safety, everybody needs to know how to stay safe online at all times. Telstra's comprehensive cyber-safety website will provide you with some of the tools you'll need to help you to stay safe online - no matter what your age, online interests or skill level. Facebook Safety Centre (www.facebook.com/safety)Facebook has developed a ‘Safety Centre’ which offers advice to users about general internet safety, as well as specific advice on issues of particular concern to parents, teenagers, educators and law enforcement officials. The Safety Centre provides users with options for dealing with and reporting suspected sexual predators, cyber-bullies, offensive, inappropriate and abusive behaviour, and suicidal content. Facebook Safety Page (www.facebook.com/fbsafety)Facebook has also developed a Safety Page to complement its Safety Centre. You can "Like" the page to be regularly updated with content - including tips from Facebook's Safety Advisory Board and other experts - to keep you and your family safe while using Facebook or surfing the internet. NEED MORE HELP? If you have any queries or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact your Branch Office or Scouts Australia’s National Office for clarification. Scouts Australia Related resources |
