More e-safety resources

There are many useful websites that focus on tackling cyber bullying and promoting e-safety. Visit the links opposite for some of the information that is available.

Technology is updated at an incredible pace, and there are always new issues to be aware of. You may find it useful to bookmark these links and refer to them periodically to keep abreast of new developments.

Your IT department might also be a good source of information about e-safety.

Next Generation Learning
E-safety advice and guidance from Becta.
Cyber Bullying
An anti-bullying information film.
CEOP
The Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre.
Thinkuknow
Information about the web, mobiles and new technology.
Safer Internet
How to use the web and new technology safely and responsibly.
JISC Legal
Legal guidance for ICT use in education, research and external engagement.

Click on a heading below for links to source of support

Support Me

The following links highlight sources of support for you if you are personally affected by any of the issues raised in this course. Select a link to open it in a new window.

Samaritans A confidential telephone or email listening service if you need to talk about your own experiences.

SupportLine Offers confidential emotional support by telephone, email and post, working to help develop healthy and positive coping strategies. They also keep details of counsellors, agencies and support groups throughout the UK.

Help for Adult Victims of Child Abuse (HAVOCA) Provides support, friendship and advice for any adult whose life has been affected by childhood abuse.

Support for Learners

The following links highlight sources of support for learners or anyone else you know who may be personally affected by any of the issues raised in this course. Select a link to open it in a new window.

ChildLine Offers support, advice and guidance for anyone up to the age of 18 on a variety of topics, including abuse.

Respond A national, free service for children, young people, adults and elders with learning difficulties.

TheSite Young adult oriented searchable website offering support, advice and guidance on a wide range of topics, including abuse.

Information, Advice and Guidance

The following links highlight sources of further information, advice and guidance around the issues raised in this course. Select a link to open it in a new window.

Ann Craft Trust An organisation focused on safeguarding people with learning disabilities.

Department of Health The Department of Health website contains useful information about safeguarding adults.

Introduction and Context