The internet offers a wealth of resources and serves as a convenience for all. As a society, we have the responsibility of recognizing the advantages and disadvantages that the internet can pose. We also have the responsibility to teach young people how to be safe and productive digital citizens of the 21st century. The following are resources available for parents, professionals, and youth to educate in internet safety and prevent bullying in children and adolescents. Resources are constantly being updated. Fact Sheets/Tips/Flyers Information on cyberbullying provided by the New York State Attorney General New York State's Dignity for All Students Act was signed into law in September 2010 and includes information on how the state seeks to provide a safe and supportive environment for students The Safe Place, Long Island provides tips for educators on cyber-bullying OnGuard Online Provides information on how to protect yourself online Experts top seven practices for safer computing Activities for teens on how to educate their community on cyberbullying 5 Simple Tips Tips for both teens and parents on how to prevent sexting What is personal publishing? United States Department of Education Quick facts and summary For parents (on identity theft) Detailed information from Parents Magazine that informs parents on how to protect their child's photos online Facts and Tips What is yours? Family friendly cyberbullying explanation for children, teens, and parents Prepare Against Cyberbullying 2016 Fact Sheet on Bullying from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Internet Sites Bullying Be a STAR ensures a positive and equitable social environment for everyone regardless of age, race, religion or sexual orientation through grassroots efforts beginning with education and awareness Provides information from various government agencies on what bullying is, what cyberbullying is, who is at risk, and how you can prevent and respond to bullying Stop Bullying website in Spanish Long Island’s leading non-profit dedicated to the prevention of bullying, child abuse and neglect, and the only volunteer organization that works directly with children and youth in New York’s Nassau and Suffolk elementary, middle and high schools Information on bullying, dating violence, youth suicide, and more Spearheaded by the Education Development Center, this website provides information and interactive tools on how to prevent bullying in children's lives The United Federation of Teacher's (UFT) BRAVE campaign aims to combat bullying in schools Interactive website for elementary school children to learn about bullying prevention Improving communication with the youth in order to ensure safety in schools and community groups Long Island Gay and Lesbian Youth works to build community, provide a home and safe space for all, end anti-LGBT bullying, and prevent suicide Create research-based social-emotional learning materials to help children succeed in school and in life Dr. Lipkins, a licensed psychologist, on hazing, bullying, and tools on how to improve mental health and happiness Providing programs and services to support and empower Long Islanders at critical times in their lives A global organization dedicated to protecting kids from unintentional injuries, the number one cause of death to children in the United States Promoting safety, permanency and well-being of our children in our communities Teaches the history of the Holocaust and its lessons through education and community outreach in order to teach about the dangers of antisemitism, racism, bullying, and all other manifestations of intolerance Kiwanis Kids group site that lists ways to combat bullying amongst school-age children and teens Internet Safety Make safety choices that fit your family Avoid Scams, Protect your kids online, Be smart online, Secure your computer Smart Socializing Starts Here(TM) To see generations of the world's children grow up safely using technology and the internet Tech intelligence for parents Improving media literacy education through scholarship and community service An Innovation Lab and Research Center that studies, designs, and showcases media for support Resources to help families better utilize technology for learning and earning Educating and Empowering a digital society to use the internet safely and securely at home, work, and school, protecting the technology individuals use, the networks they connect to, and our shared digital assets Provides one-to-one help, extensive information, and education to cyberspace users of all ages on a myriad of Internet and interactive technology safety, privacy and security issues Digital Citizenship, online safety, and civility Working to make the online world safer for kids and their families through enlightened public policy, industry, best practice and good digital parenting Recovering from identity theft Cyber-bullying Prevent cyberbullying and internet harassment MTV's A Thin Line campaign was developed to empower you to identify, respond to, and stop the spread of digital abuse in your life and amongst your peers A volunteer organization founded in 1997 to fight online harrassment through education of the general public, education of law enforcement personnel, and empowerment of victims Publications/Studies/Statistics Problem oriented guide on how police reduce bullying harm Cyberbullying Fact Sheet Provides educators with policy, program, and legal considerations that need to be addressed when dealing with bullying, cyberbullying, and general internet safety Well-being of children on state-by-state basis Facts, statistics, accounts, and prevention of cyberbullying Facts and statistics on study of correlation between cyberbullying and suicide Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) in schools to foster a sense of inclusion, warmth, and respect, and promote core social and emotional skills among both students and staff Internet Safety and Bullying activity question handout Nassau Boces program on reducing barriers to learning Presentation and analysis of research on online safety Speaking Resources Media Materials Video on bullying and activities to follow Brochures on Internet Safety Bullying in Middle School Parent/Children Internet Contracts Encourage better choices How to talk to your kids about internet safety For adults: How to do presentations and educate on internet safety What is a bully? Gives parents tips on how to help their kids navigate the online world NYS Education laws on internet safety Podcast from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention on the severity of bullying and resources available for prevention efforts News Coverage BBC: Horror in the Home Guardian: Fighting Online Disability Hate Crimes USA Today: Girls vs Boys cyberbullying numbers & influence Daily News: Suicide of 12 year old |  |
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