Keeping Safe on the Internet Links
The list below contains websites that have excellent tips and information on surfing the Internet safely, chat rooms, social networking sites and more.
This site is one of the largest on online safety. Run by over 9,000 volunteers worldwide, it operates as a cyber-neighborhood watch. The Parent section contains a free downloadable booklet called Parenting Online that is easy to understand and a great read for any parent. (www.wiredsafety.org/parent.html)
This site is dedicated to improving the media and entertainment lives of kids and families. The national organization that runs this site reviews Internet sites, movies, television programs and more. It then lists them in a rating table, allowing you to make an age appropriate choice for your child. This is very useful if you are wondering about whether a specific film is too much for your youngster. You can rate everything yourself as well. This site also contains an excellent parent resource section.
The Internet Keep Safe Coalition group teaches basic rules of Internet safety to children and parents. You may view articles online or download for printing. There is a special message for children in the “A Message From Your State” section and coloring pages that have special, safety messages associated with them.
This link will allow you to search for registered (convicted) sex offenders using a zip code in Michigan.
United States Computer Emergency Readiness Team National Cyber Alert Systme: Tip ST06-003.
United States Computer Emergency Readiness Team National Cyber Alert Systme: Tip ST05-002.
Internet safety advice and links for young people, parents, teachers and
other organizations
Has a unique parent forum to connect with parents around the world for
internet safety discussions
Details about potential dangers on interactive services (chat, IM, online
games, email and mobile phones)
Allows for reporting actual and attempted abuse
For reporting illegal internet content
Crisis Links
Here are a few local links for victims of sexual assault.
Contact and program information for victims of sexual assault and thier families.
Information on sexual violence, as well as an extensive resource link page.
Serving all residents of Saginaw County who are victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking.
Tips for Parents
Here are a few tips to remember regarding the Internet
- Be Proactive: Learn how to use the Internet. Don't be intimidated by this technology. Take a free class at the library. You'll understand so much more and will be able to communicate about it with your child.
- Personal Information: Tell your child to never give our personal information on the Internet. Explain what could happen if it fell into the wrong hands.
- Be Supportive: Ask your child to show you their favorite websites. Compliment them on the good choices. Discuss concerns with them on any questionable material. Believe it or not, children do not always see the things that catch our eye.
- Learn from your Children: Ask your child to show you a new technology that you don't know about. They will love the fact that they can teach you something and you'll be keeping up with what is happening out there in technology.
- Use Safe Passwords: Use high security passwords like a sentence with a mix of letters, numbers, or characters. Don't use your pets name, street address, or something that would be easy to guess.
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