E-safety tips, information and resources

For more specific help about what to do if you come across anything on the internet that concerns you, internet safety, internet security and guides to using social media, take a look at the information below:

• Concerned that a child, young person or vulnerable adult might be in danger right now? Always dial 999 for the Police.
• Generally worried about the welfare of a child or vulnerable adult living in Suffolk, telephone Customer First on 0808 800 4005. After 5.20pm during weekdays and after 4.20pm from Fridays and through the weekend, dial the same telephone to reach the emergency duty service.
• If you would like to know more about the role of social services in helping and protecting vulnerable members of our community, visit the Adult Safeguarding Board and Suffolk Safeguarding Children Board websites.

www.thinkyouknow.co.uk
Practical advice and guidance for children, young people, parents and carers, and professionals who work with children run by the Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre (CEOP).
- Thinkuknow introduction course: for people who work/volunteer with young people aged 11 - 16 who want to learn how to directly deliver CEOP’s products and resources. Course venues across England; enhanced CRB essential.

www.childnet-int.org
Childnet International is a charity that works in partnership with others to “help make the Internet a great and safe place for children.” It features practical advice about how children can enjoy the benefits of the internet and also protect themselves from online risks; with specific support for parents/carers and teachers.

www.saferinternet.org.uk
UK Safer Internet Centre provides the latest advice on how to use the internet and new technologies safely and responsibly, along with a range of practical resources, news and events focussing on the safe and responsible use of the internet and new technologies.

http://ceop.police.uk
The CEOP website. Go to this website to report concerns about a person's online sexual behaviour, get the Click CEOP report abuse button for your web browser, and all the latest news about protecting children from abuse

Romance fraud guidance (pdf 1.6 MB) from SOCA (Serious Organised Crime Agency) - practical advice on how to protect yourself from this type of fraud

http://apps.facebook.com/clickceop
Encourage your child to protect themselves and their friends on Facebook with the Click CEOP button

www.parentport.org.uk
Have you seen or heard something which you think is unsuitable for your child? Go to ParentPort and it will direct you to the right regulator for your area of concern. ParentPort has been set up by the UK’s media regulators.

www.iwf.org.uk
Use to report any harmful content including child sexual abuse images or incitement to racial hatred

www.getsafeonline.org
For advice about filtering, setting parental control software to prevent viruses and SPAM on your home computers and how to avoid online rip-offs

www.pegi.info
Provided by the Pan-European Game Information service, PEGI is a quick way to find the age ratings for computer games designed for Microsoft, Nintendo and Sony games consoles

https://eresponsibility.pbworks.com
JISC Regional Support Centre good practice website with resources for raising awareness and planning e-safety for professionals working in the FE/HE/ACL/WBL sectors, as well as advice on meeting legal and inspection requirements

Guidelines for Family Carers using Social Media

1. The opinions posted on our Page or in our Groups are that of the individual and do not necessarily reflect those of Suffolk Family Carers. 
2. No abusive language or offensive remarks are to be posted.
3. Do not post any personal details on our page or in our groups e.g. your address, phone number, email address etc.
4. Do not post the details of a third party e.g. your cared for’s name, condition, address etc.
5. We hope that by using our page/groups that you feel you able to express and discuss your opinions. However the forcing of your opinion onto others will not be tolerated.
6. Before using our Social Media pages/groups please ensure that you have read and understood the Social Media terms and conditions. These can be found at the bottom of your homepage under ‘Terms’ e.g. Facebook or Twitter Terms and Conditions.
7. Do not start up a page, group, account or event for Suffolk Family Carers in any shape or form.

Failure to abide by the above guidelines may result in you being removed from Suffolk Family Carers Social Media page and/or groups.

May 12