Online Resources for Parents

isafe.org is an organization that provides information and training for parents and educators around internet safety. Here are some questions they pose for you to see if your child fits the profile of a typical internet-related victim:

Is your child between the ages of 11 and 15?

Is your child a loner?

Does your child spend a lot of time online (more than 1 ½ hours a day)?

Is your child easily influenced?

Does he use instant messenger?

Does he have a web site, blog or personal profile online?

Has your child’s behavior changed recently?

i-safe reminds parents to trust your gut instincts and to, most importantly, keep lines of communication with your child open. Their best advice is “Involve yourself in your child’s online experiences, and teach him or her how to recognize and respond appropriately to online dangers.”

NetSmartz.org (www.NetSmartz.org) is another informational resource for parents and they offer worthwhile informational videos you can view online as well as other resources.

Wiredsaftey.com is a 501(c) (3) program and the largest online saftey, education and help group in the workld.

wiredkids.com

aftab.com

cyberlawenforcement.org

katiesplace.org

netbullies.org

teenangels.org