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Staying safe online
According to the Australia’s eSafety Commissioner, one third of young people have reported being exposed to online content promoting terrorism. This is a worrying statistic and highlights how vigilant we need to be as parents and caregivers in understanding what our youths are consuming or being exposed to in unmonitored spaces.
Learn more about how we can keep our most vulnerable safe from harmful narratives and online predators. For more resources, visit eSafety and Online Materials.
eSafety is Australia’s independent online safety regulator, promoting safer digital experiences.
Ways you can keep your friends and family safe online
How to harness the interests and passions of young people and help them have their voice heard.
How to protect yourselves and others online, as we spend more time online.
Interview with Lise Waldek of Security Studies and Criminology at Macquarie university.
We chat to academics Emma Colvin and Kristy Campion about staying safe online.
Hear from Dr Warburton - Associate Professor of developmental psychology at Macquarie University.
How do children interact with people online and decide when it is safe to connect with them?
Understand online extremist content, recognise risk and learn how to protect yourself and others.
Experts unpack Australian research on how online right-wing extremism is growing and why it matters.
Research explores how online violent misogyny affects mental health and communities.
Advice and support
If you would like further advice and support on how best to help someone you care about, contact our Step Together helpline workers.
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