Educators and professionals: How connection and belonging shapes children and young people’s vulnerability online
About event organiser
The eSafety Commissioner (eSafety) is the Australian Government’s independent online safety regulator. eSafety's purpose is to help safeguard Australians at risk of online harms and to promote safer, more positive online experiences.
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About the event
For more information and to register, see the event page.
Connection, identity and belonging are powerful drivers for young people online, but they can also increase vulnerability.
This 1-hour webinar explores:
- the role of offline experiences in shaping vulnerability online
- why some young people are more at risk online
- strategies to support safer online engagement
Please direct all queries to the organiser.
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