For many parents, internet safety is a huge concern. With children connected to the internet
across a whole host of devices, it is important that families are computer
savvy and aware of the potential dangers. From social networking to online
gaming to chat rooms, there are so many ways children are experiencing the
internet. Parents need to be equipped
with the knowledge and resources necessary to deal with any issues that might
arise.
The UK’s four major broadband providers; BT, Sky, Virgin
Media and TalkTalk, have joined forces to help parents safely navigate the
internet with their children. This initiati, Internetmatters.org, will cement the UK’s position as a world leader
in child internet safety, with the tagline “learn about it, talk about it, deal
with it”.
Research has revealed that 74% of parents want more
information and advice about online safety and 48% would prefer this
information to be available online. To meet this demand, Internetmatters.org
has been created as a one-stop hub, directing parents to valuable help and
advice from the leading experts from organisations and charities in the child
internet safety field. This initiative will encourage the wider technology
industry, experts, policy makers and parents to work together to establish
world-leading resources for parents , equipping parents with the information
they need to make informed decisions and keep their children safe online.
With a 90% reach to homes across the UK through the four
major broadband providers, Internet Matters is expected to become a household
name. Internet Matters.org will complement each providers own internet safety
provisions and provide a forum for best practice.
Subjects such as how to deal with inappropriate content,
cyberbullying, online grooming, sexting and keeping a good online reputation
are covered. The resources allow parents
to make informed choices about their children’s internet safety.
Find out more at http://www.internetmatters.org/
