Sexting is the name given to the act of sending or receiving nude images, videos or texts and also covers underwear and sexual content. We’ve put together some of the most commonly asked questions to help you understand the risks and options available. WHAT ARE THE RISKS WITH SEXTING? Once you share an image with…
It can be hard to know whether things in your relationship related to technology are normal or abusive. As part of a pattern of abusive behaviour, someone may use technology to hurt, control and monitor their partner or someone close to them. If you are worried that you, a family member or a friend may…
Integrating technology into the recruitment and selection process is not a new thing especially as most vacancies require a potential candidate to apply online. So it’s only a matter of time for many of us before our personal lives cross over with our professional lives which is why it is worth thinking about your digital…
You are here: Online Safety Parent Toolkit As Netsafe’s research shows that 20 percent of young people can’t participate in daily activities because of harmful online contact, digital parenting is now more relevant than ever before. It’s why we created our new Online Safety Parent Toolkit to help parents in this rapidly changing world. INTRODUCING…
There are so many conveniences to shopping online, but you also need to be careful about who you’re buying from and the information you’re giving out. The last thing anyone wants is a dud deal, products that never show up, or credit card details in the wrong hands. With a bit of know-how and planning,…
We offer a free and confidential service to help people experiencing online bullying, abuse and harassment. We can also explain how the Harmful Digital Communications Act (HDCA) may apply to you as this law deals with image-based abuse (like revenge porn), incitement to suicide and extremely offensive, abusive or harassing content. WHAT IS ONLINE BULLYING…
We’re excited to launch the new Netsafe Kit! The Netsafe Kit provides New Zealand schools and kura with a comprehensive set of tools and resources to create and maintain a safe online environment in a way that fits authentically with their own school community values and needs. The Netsafe Kit for Schools was first introduced in 2000 and…
Bring your own device (BYOD) is becoming more common in schools which means kids are using devices at school and at home. It’s important to teach them good habits from the beginning so if you’re thinking about giving your child a device or introducing them in the classroom, now’s the time to check out our…
