How are young people today supported to stay safe online and at the same time be shown consideration for the mental health and wellbeing impact that an incident may have?
Preventative measures to keep young people safe and secure online are nothing new but what should a young person do if something has gone wrong?
In this presentation we will explore how online issues can impact on a young person’s mental health and wellbeing and any future engagement online. We will discuss ways of helping overcome any barriers that may prevent them maintaining their online presence, including ways to help them stay safe and secure online, whilst supporting them with any trauma and wellbeing related issues.
Attendees will hear from Scott Tees, an accomplished Online Safety and Cyber Security and Prevention Consultant who possesses a proven track record in designing and delivering robust security solutions and strategies to manage and mitigate risks. He was responsible for the creation and development of the Police Scotland Cybercrime Prevention Strategy and was the national lead for the Police Scotland Cybercrime Harm Prevention Team until June 2020.
Attendees will also hear from Roxanne Kerr, an experienced and qualified clinical certified trauma specialist with a master’s degree in counselling from Abertay University and a certificate from the Trauma Institute International. Over the last 7 years, she has successfully worked with trauma survivors including extensive work with Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse and individuals with mental health illnesses including bipolar and schizophrenia.
Join NPFS, Education Scotland, Scott and Roxanne for this presentation followed by a Q&A that you can sign up to attend here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/keeping-our-children-and-young-people-safe-and-well-online-tickets-267568082337
Stacey-Ann Lindsay
Parental Engagement and Learner Participation Policy Officer | Curriculum Unit | Directorate for Learning | Scottish Government |
Please note for the foreseeable future Scottish Government staff are working from home. I am contactable by email – Stacey-Ann.Lindsay@gov.scot
