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Certified Schools can access this webinar by logging into the learning hub.
This webinar will provide senior leaders and teaching staff with a greater awareness of the online risks to children and young people who identifying as LGBTQ+, as well as exploring the reasons that certain threats in the digital world are heightened for the members of the LGBTQ+ community.
Research by the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network found that close to half (42%) of young LGBTQ+ internet users report being harassed or bullied online – a figure three times higher than among young straight internet users. This webinar suggests practical ways to ensure that young people identifying as LGBTQ+ are effectively safeguarded – such as ensuring proper training of all school staff, recognising the potential signs of vulnerability, and adopting appropriate strategies for prevention and intervention in the event of a harmful situation online.
Here, experienced safeguarding practitioner Beth Davies – with reference to relevant statistics and government guidelines – highlights the breadth and scope of this issue, and outlines why it is increasingly essential that schools stay informed and educated on the topic.
Developing a fuller understanding of the LGBTQ+ community and what it actually means when a child or young person identifies as LGBTQ+
Increasing awareness and comprehension of the key legislation and guidance around supporting and safeguarding children and young people who identify as LGBTQ+
Recognising the potential online harms for LGBTQ+ children and young people – such as cyber-bullying and online hate – and realising their impact on mental health
Gaining insight into practical ways that schools can mitigate risks and intervene effectively to safeguard LGBTQ+ pupils in the online world
Building an appreciation of how to create a safe, supportive environment for LGBTQ+ children and young people to make online safety disclosures
This webinar discusses what school settings can do to encourage a more open dialogue in which students talk about their online lives – giving trusted adults the best chance to offer advice, develop beneficial preventative safeguarding strategies and offer support when needed.
This webinar discusses what school settings can do to encourage a more open dialogue in which pupils talk about their online lives – giving trusted adults the best chance to offer advice, develop beneficial preventative safeguarding strategies and offer support when needed.
This webinar discusses what nursery settings can do to encourage a more open dialogue in which pupils talk about their online lives – giving trusted adults the best chance to offer advice, develop beneficial preventative safeguarding strategies and offer support when needed.
Our Certified School Programme is a complete solution for schools to implement an effective approach to online safety.
It has been designed by education professionals to meet the statutory online safety safeguarding duties outlined in the Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) September 2022 guidance.
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Supporting schools to stay on top of online safety related news, social media updates, gaming updates and evolving online issues.
Designed by education professionals to meet the statutory online safety statutory duties outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) September 2022.
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