Not everyone online is who they claim to be
Please #WATCH and #SHARE I While we are
self-isolating and socially distancing due to the
coronavirus, more and more children will be using their phones, tablets and computers.
Not everyone online is who they claim to be.
Unfortunately, whilst rare, there are negative
influencers and online groomers who use the
internet, social media and online gaming to spread
their extreme ideas. Some of these ideas may be
considered radical or extreme and when a person
starts to support of be involved in them, this is called
radicalization.
During this difficult time, we are all becoming more
reliant on communicating online, but take the time to
make yourself aware of the dangers and where you
can access help. If you are worried about a friend or
relative, and want to find out more, go to the "Let's
talk about it" website https://www.hai.info/
If you have an immediate concern you want to share
with a trained professional who will treat your enquiry
with understanding and discretion, call police on 101.