Date for the Diary : 24th February - "How can we support parents and carers to empower their children to stay safe online?"

Children are spending more time than ever on the internet, but how safe are they? Cyberspace is full of potential dangers, from cyber

bullying and dodgy chat rooms to online grooming and internet porn. So how can we reduce these threats and ensure our children

stay safe online?

Our next seminar, How can we support parents and carers to empower their children to stay safe online?, will explore some of

these issues. Led by Jo Brown, the Anti-Bullying Coordinator for Oxfordshire County Council, the seminar will cover:

·        Benefits and risks of children and young people using technology

·        Understand risk, including cyber bullying, inappropriate content and grooming

·        How parent/carers can support their children to keep safe online

·        How we can engage and support parent/carers

·        Signposting guidance, resources and support

When:           Wednesday 24^th February 12.30pm-2pm

Where:          The Peeple Centre, Northfield Close, Littlemore, Oxford OX4 4NH

                        Free parking available. Light refreshments will be provided.

Cost:               OPF members £10; non-members £15

* EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT! *

Book before 5^th February and get 20% off!

This seminar is suitable for teachers, parenting practitioners, parents and carers.

Please feel free to pass this email and flyer on to anyone else who you feel might be interested.

Places must be booked in advance. Email admin@oxfordshire-parenting-forum.org.uk to book or for further details.

We hope to see as many of you there as possible!

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