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24.01.2022 Today is Day for Daniel, and we’re supporting Daniel Morcombe Foundation in their day of action to raise awareness of child safety, protection and harm prevention.

23.01.2022 If you or someone you know is a #teacher, we have developed a series of toolkits for use in a classroom or digital environment. Our lesson plan about online interactions is based on a real case study about sexual extortion from the Australian Centre to Counter Child Exploitation and explores how to identify suspicious behaviour, as well as when and how to seek help. To access the toolkit and accompanying student pack, go to: https://www.thinkuknow.org.au/teachers-toolkit

19.01.2022 When talking to children about online grooming, it’s important to highlight that it’s ok to say no to anything that makes them uncomfortable, no matter who they are interacting with. Our tips: Help your child develop strategies for saying no, including leaving conversations and blocking users Trust your instincts - if something doesn’t seem right, it probably isn’t... Let your child know they can always speak to you or another trusted adult for help. For more information, go to: https://www.thinkuknow.org.au/for-parents-and-carers

14.01.2022 ThinkUKnow and the Australian Centre to Counter Child Exploitation display the internationally recognised Report Abuse Button for reporting online child sexual exploitation. The Report Abuse Button can be used to report any concerns you have about inappropriate behaviour towards children that you find online. There is no information too small or insignificant.... Information that you provide can help to combat online child sexual exploitation and keep children safe from harm. For more information about reporting, go to: https://www.accce.gov.au/report

14.01.2022 This World Teachers' Day we’re recognising teachers and the work they do to help keep children and young people safe online. Thank you to all of our teachers who continue to play an important role in online child safety education and prevention. #ThankTeachers #TeachersDay

13.01.2022 This World Children’s Day we’re highlighting the importance of giving young people a voice. The internet is a great way for young people to learn about and contribute to different communities, however it’s important that they know how to do this safely. Children and young people need the guidance of parents, carers and teachers to navigate online challenges and prevent harm. For resources visit: www.thinkuknow.org.au/resources... #WorldChildrensDay

13.01.2022 In game chat is a common way for online child sex offenders to target children online. Often an offender will first approach a child through direct message, eventually encouraging them to continue chatting on a different app that may allow image sharing. Our latest fact sheet about online #gaming can help you understand the challenges young people may face and tips for staying safe. ... Check it out here: https://www.thinkuknow.org.au//0064_ThinkUKnow%20FS%20Onli For more resources, go to: https://www.thinkuknow.org.au/for-parents-and-carers

06.01.2022 The Australian Centre to Counter Child Exploitation Child Protection Triage Unit is seeing a trend of offenders seeking images or videos of child exploitation material or even personal information, in exchange for increased ‘likes’ on social media. Parents and carers we need your help in continuing important discussions with young people about questioning suspicious behaviour or requests from others online. If something doesn’t add up, trust your instincts. ... Here are some #tips: Don’t click links sent by people you do not know or trust Keep your password to yourself, if someone can gain access to your account they can gain access to your videos and images Block and report behaviour or requests that make you uncomfortable To report online child sexual exploitation, visit: www.accce.gov.au/report For more advice about online child safety visit www.thinkuknow.org.au

04.01.2022 If you need to make a report about online grooming or child sexual exploitation to the Australian Centre to Counter Child Exploitation, there are some key pieces of information to include. Collecting evidence of a potential crime is important for police to make an assessment. Evidence includes:... Name of the platform, app or game Website address Usernames, profiles or email addresses Screenshots of the chat, message or contact It’s important to not send or share any images of child exploitation material itself. For more about how to make a report, visit: www.accce.gov.au/report