100 Days of Safeguarding – Day 83 – Safer Internet Day

Today is Safer Internet Day. The theme this years is  ‘All fun and games? Exploring respect and relationships online’

During the pandemic, online gaming saw a big increase. Seven out of ten 5-15s regularly played games online during 2020, according to research from Ofcom. While gaming in ‘live’ spaces like video streaming is a great way to connect to friends, the UK Safer Internet Centre, which coordinates Safer Internet Day, wants to remind young people that the need to ensure they stay safe online.

Useful links for children and young people, parent’s and carers, and teachers and professionals who work with young people:

Safer Internet Day 2022 – UK Safer Internet Centre
Children and young people – UK Safer Internet Centre
Parents and Carers – UK Safer Internet Centre
Teachers and school staff – UK Safer Internet Centre
Social workers – UK Safer Internet Centre
Healthcare Professionals – UK Safer Internet Centre
Foster carers and adoptive parents – UK Safer Internet Centre
Residential care settings – UK Safer Internet Centre