Cyber Safety A Presentation about Internet Safety for
Cyber Safety A Presentation about Internet Safety for Grades 7 - 12
What is Internet Safety? Internet safety means : ØUsing the Internet responsibly ØNot giving out personal information to strangers ØKeeping accounts safe and protected ØKeeping with community guidelines set out by social media ØNot engaging in cyberbullying
Responsible internet use means to use the internet safely and while respecting others Responsible Internet Use This means not clicking ads, only visiting safe websites, following restrictions placed on your computer, limiting interactions with strangers on the internet, and reporting any cyberviolence to a trusted adult The internet is a very useful tool, but it should be used responsibly
Protecting Yourself from Strangers You should NEVER give out personal information to strangers. This includes: Address Full name Age School name Names of friends and family members Passwords to accounts Any identification numbers or banking information If a stranger does inquire about any of this information, it is important to notify an adult or report him on the social media site
It is easy now to make social media accounts on various platforms (e. g. , Snapchat, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) Keeping Accounts Safe and Protected While it is fun to share memories and photos with your friends, you should keep your account safe and protected The only person that should know your password is you When possible, you should make your accounts private to only those you allow to see it You should not add people you do not know. This could open you up to hacking or identity theft
Community Guidelines on Social Media Social networks act as community where people can share their lives and opinions Every social media platform has some sort of community guidelines that they expect users to follow to keep the space safe for everyone This protects others from violence, bullying, discrimination, etc. As a member of this “community”, you are responsible in following these guidelines and showing respect for others on the network People can block and report others who are harassing them or not behaving appropriately on the site
Cyberbullying is becoming a prominent problem in today’s youth Numbers are rapidly increasing as more and more turn to bullying behind the computer Not Engaging in Cyberbullying It is important to not engage in this type of behavior as it is negative, disrespectful and irresponsible internet use The rest of this presentation will go into depths on cyberbullying and its impact on society
Bullying that occurs through electronic or digital media devices such as cell phone, tablets and computers What is Cyberbullying? Cyberbullies use digital media to post, share, or send content that is negative, harmful, malicious and damaging to another person. This content may be private and contain sensitive information about the person being bullied
Types of Cyberbullying Insulting: Posting or spreading false information Targeting: Singling someone out and inviting others to attack or make fun Identity Theft: Pretending to be someone else; tells lies, starts rumors Uploading: Sharing images, videos, emails or texts without permission Excluding: Pressuring others to exclude someone from a group or community Harassment: Repeat sending of nasty, mean and insulting messages
Where does Cyberbullying Occur? Through social media websites/apps such as: Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, etc. Through calls, text messaging (SMS) or video chat (Face. Time, Skype, etc. ) Through email or private messaging (PM’s) Through distributed images/pictures about someone (may be photoshopped)
Where does Cyberbullying Occur? Through online chat rooms, personal blogs or forums (Chatroulette, Reddit, etc. ) Through gaming consoles (Play. Station Network, Xbox Live, etc. ) Through video sharing websites such as Youtube
What Tactics Do Cyberbullies Use? Making comments or rumors about someone online that are mean, hurtful, or embarrassing Threatening to hurt someone or telling them to kill themselves Excluding or intentionally leaving someone out of online group activities or memberships (i. e. Facebook groups, online group chat, etc. ) Posting a mean or humiliating picture or video online Pretending to be someone else in order to solicit or post personal or false information about someone else
What Tactics Do Cyberbullies Use? Posting hate propaganda, making racial or ethnic slurs, or saying inappropriate comments about a persons gender, gender identity, gender expression or sexual orientation, culture, religion, age, or ability Creating a mean or hurtful webpage about someone Doxing, an abbreviated form of the word documents, is a form of online harassment used to exact revenge and to threaten and destroy the privacy of individuals by making their personal information public
What Tactics Do Cyberbullies Use? Engaging in ‘outing’ someone by disclosing personal information/secrets about them to the public (i. e. , sexual orientation) Stalking and ‘trolling’ people online by repeatedly sending them threatening messages, making false accusations, and generally harassing them- often through multiple mediums Sending/distributing intimate images or former partners (aka revenge porn), without the person’s knowledge or consent
It happens as soon as you hit “send” instant What Makes it Hard to Stop? Emails and texts can be written anonymously, so you might not know who is targeting you The internet is a public space. Anything that goes online is global within seconds Think of how easy it is to copy and forward a message. Once you hit “send”, the message is no longer in your hands, and you cannot control what happens to it
The person appears jumpy, anxious, sad or fearful The person seems overly involved in – or avoidant of technological devices, the internet or social media Signs of Cyberbullying The person withdraws from normal routines and activities They are less interested in hanging out or spending time with friends and family Their grades drop, or they begun to fail tests and assignments Increased absenteeism from school or work
You notice weight gain or loss, or the person starts to alter their appearance to fit in They lash out angrily (even when an incident in minor) The person complains about lack of sleep or nightmares Signs of Cyberbullying The person starts deleting their social media accounts You see evidence of cutting or self harm You hear the person discuss suicide or say they “wish they could disappear” or “wish they’d not wake up” Sometimes people hide or downplay being bullied which can make it harder to detect
The developmental of mental health issues such as depression, anxiety and self harm Failing classes which might result in having to repeat a grade or the person dropping out of school Avoidance of peers may lead to loss of friendships and isolation Effects of Cyberbullying The development of physical ailments such as migraines, insomnia, stomach ache, fatigue, disordered eating, etc. The use of substances (alcohol or drugs) as a means to cope (can lead to addiction The person might bully others as a way to stop feeling powerless May be abused by others in future relationships (they have come to accept and expect harassment and abuse from others) Suicidal ideation/death by suicide
When Cyberbullying Breaks the Law There is no specific provision in the Criminal Code for cyberbullying, or even bullying more generally. Bullying captures a wide range of behavior, most of which does not amount to criminal conduct, for example social exclusion However, when the bullying behavior reaches the level of criminal conduct, the Criminal Code contains several provisions that can address this behavior
When Cyberbullying Breaks the Law Depending on the nature of the activity involved, a number of Criminal Code offences may apply to instances of cyberbullying, including: Ø Criminal Harassment: Repeated tormenting online, with texts, phone calls, and/or emails causing the other person to fear for their safety Ø Uttering Threats and Extortion: Threatening to share someone’s personal information to others if they don’t do what you want them to do Ø Non-Consensual Distribution of Intimate Images: A violation of the depicted person’s privacy in relation to images, the distribution of which is likely to be embarrassing, humiliating, harassing, and degrading or to otherwise harm that person Ø Child Pornography: Sharing Intimate photos and videos of minors (under the age of 18) Ø Assault: Threats or acts of non-consensual force, violence, bodily harm, or destruction of personal property Ø Identity Theft/Fraud: Creating a fake online profile to ruin someone’s reputation
When Cyberbullying Breaks the Law For all of these criminal offences, it is important to notify your local police detachment. Based on the available information, police will decide if an investigation is warranted and whether charges may be laid The majority of cyberbullying incidents do not constitute a criminal offence and most cases will be handled informally between kids, their parents and school officials before it becomes severe enough to violate criminal law
If you are being bullied, there are things you can do to help yourself: Refuse to respond to taunts or mean messages. It’s better to just walk away Getting Help Document the bullying by saving or taking screen shots of any texts, emails, or messages received Call your cell phone provider and ask them to black the phone numbers of people who are harassing you Block cyberbullies on social media and report the behavior to the administrators of the website
Tell a trusted adult what has been happening to you – i. e. , parent, teacher, guidance counsellor, etc. Report the bullying to your school administration Getting Help Report criminal incidents to your local department – i. e. , assault, death threats, etc. There’s safety in numbers. If possible, try to remain as part of a group. You are less likely to be picked on when there are witnesses Focusing on the things you do well and things you like about yourself can help you cope with what’s happening
Don’t respond to the bully Don’t resort to being a bully yourself Don’t accept the bullying, or just wait for it to stop Don’t feel like its your fault What Not To Do Avoid confronting the person about their behavior if you are alone or it would be unsafe Don’t be afraid to “tell” on the bully Don’t think that engaging in self harm is the only way to cope Remember that you’re not alone! People who care for you will be your strongest supporters and allies
Supporting a Friend Believe them Listen to them Encourage the person to report the bullying Let the person know they have a right to be treated with respect and that the bullying is not their fault Stay with the person Stop rumors Ignore the bully Remove the person from the scene Help collect and document
Supporting a Friend Encourage your friend to talk with their school guidance counselor or other professional about how they are feeling Refuse to keep secrets – if a friend requests your silence after disclosing that they are being bullied its still important that you report the behavior If your friend discloses that they are thinking about hurt themselves (i. e. , suicide) get help immediately! Go tell an adult, counsellor or teacher ASAP! Remember that it is not your responsibility to “fix” the situation! Your role is to be nonjudgmental support for your friend. Stopping bullies can be a difficult task requiring the help and expertise of parents, teachers, counsellors, and potentially law enforcement
Self Care Take a mental health day Get active! Engage in self-reflection Engage in mindfulness Colour, paint, or do something artistic Unplug yourself for a day! Focus on eating well Maintain a schedule Try something new! Talk to someone
Staying Safe Keep your password private, even from your friends Keep your personal information to yourself Don’t accept friend invites from strangers Be careful about who you share your photos with online Remove tags on photos that make you feel uncomfortable Create fake email account to use when asked to submit it to websites you don’t trust Secure your profile information by making sure that only friends can see it Trust your gut. If you don’t recognize the name of a sender, don’t open or answer the message
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CHANNAL Warm Line (11 am-11 pm) – 1(855) 7532560 or (709) 753 -2560 in St. John’s Kids Help Phone – 1(800) 668 -6868 or text CONNECT to 686868 Resources Mental Health & Addictions Provincial Systems Navigator – (709) 752 -3916 or 1(877) 999 -7589 Victim Services – (709) 729 -7970 St. John’s – (709) 729 -0900 Carbonear – (709) 945 -3019/945 -3046 Crime Stoppers - 1(800) 222 -8477
Eastern Health Carbonear – (709) 945 -5111 Bell Island – (709) 488 -2821 Janeway – (709) 777 -6300 Placentia – (709) 227 -2061 Resources NL Health. Line – 811 or 1(888) 709 -2929 Department of Children, Seniors & Social Development – (709) 729 -4612 After Hours - (709) 729 -4775 or (709) 759 -3369 Doorways – (709) 752 -4903
Prepared by: www. coalitionagainstviolence. com Violence Prevention Avalon East 20 Hallett Crescent St. John’s, NL A 1 E 1 E 2 Phone: (709) 757 -0137 @VPAvalon. East Violence Prevention Avalon East
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