Internet
We can always be more savvy with the internet. We need to be alert to the harm it is doing our youngsters. And a message to the young from us:
Do not be fooled that we learn to use the internet and social media in moderation if we are given or use devices without limits. We are all addicted.
We only need to look at Facebook and see the many adults endlessly oversharing elements of their lives, to see that simply becoming an adult does not prevent us from harm from these devices.
These devices are directly implicated in hazardous situations which are entirely avoidable if we put the phone down. For example, a sext can only happen with a phone or device. And whilst we’re on sexting, did you know it is illegal to send or receive a sext under the age of 18? Do you know what a sext is? Check out this link if you have received or sent a sext and are worrying about it. https://www.childline.org.uk/info-advice/bullying-abuse-safety/online-mobile-safety/sexting/
PUT THE PHONE DOWN. DO SOMETHING ELSE. BE SELF-AWARE. DO NOT BE FOOLED.
Videos…
Exploited (CEOP/ThinkUKnow)
The Social Dilemma
Books…
Helpful websites…
Here we have listed some helpful websites that may be able to answer questions you have around the internet. Take a look but if you still have questions then don’t hesitate to get in touch with us, we are here to listen to you and help you in any way we can.
Michelle is an experienced operational and strategic senior manager with 10 years experience in the NHS. She is currently studying an MBA in Strategic Management and recently accomplished the Board Directors Programme. Michelle has an interest in the governance and development of services.
Kelly is a registered nurse and has had a varied career that has crossed both education and health and usually involved supporting young people. She joined You Before Two in its infancy, initially to support with delivering Workshop around Sexual Health and Contraception as that was her ‘day’ job at the time. She has more recently moved into a Safeguarding Children’s role in nursing and so has become the Safeguarding Lead at the charity. Its great to see how You Before Two has grown in the last 3 years and it’s a pleasure to be part of it.
Andrea is from Brazil. She emigrated to England around 15 years ago and she loves it. She has always worked with people in her life, and it is something that really fills her soul. During her early years in Brazil, she used to work as a volunteer in her church providing free soup for people in need and also visiting hospitals trying to cheer up those in need of a chat or a cuddle. She has always believed that we should help each other and now more than ever. We are living in a very busy world where sometimes even when you are surrounded by many people you are still feeling lonely. Therefore she believes that if she could help the next generation to go through life without all the worries and concerns that she had when she was that age, is just an amazing opportunity.
Fiona has over 20 years experience as a Solicitor. She is a Senior Partner for a firm in Rotherham. Fiona has an avid interest in education and supporting young people in an increasingly challenging world. She has a wealth of experience of being on charity boards and is You Before Two’s legal and policy expert. Fiona has been with You Before Two since its inception and is a dedicated and dynamic member of the team.
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