As a social enterprise, we are dedicated to creating a safe future for children and youth by addressing sexual exploitation and human trafficking through education and advocacy. Our unique blend of accessibility and light-heartedness ensures that we reach hearts and minds, opening up genuine conversations and heightened public engagement.
Open communication builds trust and keeps your child safe.
• Listen actively: Give your child your full attention and show genuine interest in their questions.
• Keep it age-appropriate: Use simple language and explanations they can understand at their stage.
• Be honest: If you don't have the answer, admit it! Find reliable resources together to learn more as a team.
Empowering your child with knowledge is key to their safety and well-being.
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Picture this: you hand your 13-year-old your car keys and let them speed off into the sunset. No driving lessons, no license, just a “Have fun!”
I’m sure you’re thinking, “That’s crazy, I would never be that reckless.”
Now, picture this: you hand your 13-year-old their first iPhone and let them explore the web. No conversations about online safety, no monitoring—just free access to 5 billion strangers and potential dangers like predatory behaviour, inappropriate content, and harmful algorithms.
Both a vehicle and a phone are powerful tools. And yet, we prepare kids to use one safely but don’t give the same thought to the other.
Enter, Australia’s social media ban for kids under 16. Set to take effect in late 2025, this law aims to protect kids online, but it’s just one piece of the solution.
At ExEd, we believe that laws like this are a critical first step in response to social media and tech companies refusing to ensure the safety of children and youth on their platforms. However, these laws need to work hand-in-hand with education. Just like new drivers need lessons before hitting the road, kids need guidance to navigate the digital world safely. Real change happens when parents and kids can have honest conversations, recognize risks, and make smarter, safer choices together.
This isn’t just about restrictions; it’s about empowering kids to thrive in a digital world–safely.
Want to learn more about Australia’s new social media age restriction? Check out this BBC article for a deeper dive: https://lnkd.in/e6pU4nZP#OnlineSafety, #ChildProtection, #SocialMediaRegulation, #DigitalParenting, #EducationForChange
Is this a red flag? 🚩
This type of message is a common tactic used by traffickers to manipulate and groom children online. They may try to isolate victims by making them believe that they are misunderstood by their friends and family.
Be aware of these warning signs:
- Isolation: Any kind of message that creates an emotional or physical distance from friends and family.
- Love bombing: Excessive flattery shortly after connecting online.
- Money or gifts: Traffickers may provide quick cash or gift schemes such as modeling gigs, sugar dating, or OF coaching.
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The Canadian Centre for Child Protection (C3P) has sounded the alarm about this concerning trend. Over the past five years, reports of online sexual luring targeting Canadian children have skyrocketed by a whopping 815%. This surge in incidents is deeply troubling and highlights the urgent need for awareness, education, and protective measures.
What is online luring? Online luring occurs when someone (typically an adult, but not always) communicates with a child or youth through technology—such as texting, chatting via apps, games, or websites—with the intent of committing a sexual offense against them.
Why Is This a Concern? Social media platforms provide ill-intentioned individuals with direct and unfettered access to our children around the clock. Safer Internet Day reminds us that the online spaces our children occupy are inherently risky, and online harms can spill over into the physical world. As parents, we must be vigilant and proactive in protecting our kids online.
Empower yourself & your loved ones!
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Of course every parent hopes that their kids will come to them in a time of need or concern, but the reality is that our kids and teens may still feel shame, to the point of avoiding confiding in us.
A great tip from Jesse Miller of Mediated Reality is to identify a number of safe and trusted adults that your child can go to if there is ever a situation where they are too afraid to come forward to you.
Trusted adults are vital in creating a safety net for our children. If you're chosen as a trusted adult, communicate with the child's parents to ensure you're both on the same page.
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