As internet access has expanded, the safety of young people online has become an increasingly prevalent issue. Youth workers need to give young people the skills and knowledge to use the internet, but also take steps to minimise their exposure to risk.
The site www.thinkuknow.co.uk is a suite of websites designed to help young people enjoy online activity while recognising dangers. It aims to "share what we think is good, look at what's not, share experiences of things that have gone wrong", as well as show ways to get out of bad situations. There are sites for children and young people aged five to seven, eight to 10 and 11 to 16, as well as parents and education professionals. The 11 to 16 site lacks a bit of interactivity but is full of useful advice on having fun but staying safe online.
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