Led by the eSafety Commissioner in Australia, Safer Internet Day highlights the importance of online safety issues and aims to foster a safer and more positive digital culture and environment within our communities.
It is an important annual reminder to educate ourselves and others on being safe online.
Here are 5 tips to help create a safer internet experience:
- Be kind: practice respect, empathy and kindness online
- Be mindful: balance your time online and consume and share positive and respectful content
- Speak up: report online abuse and harmful content
- Start the conversation: talk about online safety with your networks and communities, family, friends and colleagues
- Share online safety resources: promote online safety tools and tips with your community
Guiding your child in online safety
Navigating the digital space with your child doesn’t have to be an overwhelming experience especially as the landscape evolves. Here are three practical suggestions from eSafety for parents and carers of children under the age of five:
- Model good screen habits – children are very observant of those around them so consider how digital technology is used around your child
- Set some rules about digital technology use – consider how digital technology is used in your home
- Start a conversation about using screens safely – encourage safe practice habits in your child as they explore, learn, create and connect
Access additional resources from the eSafety Commissioner below:
