Smart and Safe in Cyberspace Social Networking 101

Smart and Safe in CyberspaceSocial Networking 101National Crime Prevention Council

National Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org

National Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org*Goal of the PresentationTo inform communities of the emerging trend of social networking and to provide safety tips to help our children and youth socialize safely online.


National Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org*Objectives of the PresentationDefine social networkingLearn at least three facts about online socializingView examples of social networking sitesLearn safety tips for youthLearn safety tips for parents to share with their childrenDiscover the resources available for safe social networking


National Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org*What isSocial Networking?


National Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org*Social networking sites provide teens and young adults with a virtual environment where they share stories, pictures, videos, and participate in chat rooms with friends and acquaintances.


National Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org*By providing information about yourself using blogs, chat rooms, E-mail, or instant messaging, you can communicate either within a limited community, or with the world at large.


National Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org*Types of Social Networking SitesGeneral sites geared toward teensSchools and collegesCultures (e.g., African American, Hispanic, European, Canadian)BusinessMusic and videosSports (e.g., football and golf)


National Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org*Examples of Social Networking SitesFacebook- generalMyspace.com generalClassmates.com - school, college, work, and the militaryTwitter-micro-bloggingYouTube-videosCraigslist-classifieds and personal ads


National Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org*Facts and FiguresAs of 2007, there were more than 300 known social networking sites. Source: wikipedia.org32% of teens have experienced some type of harassment online.

94% of teens are online, or have access to the Internet.

49% of teens who use social networking websites use it to make friends with people they dont know.

Source: Pew Internet Research, 2009


National Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org*Facts and Figures (continued)65% of teens have at least 1 online profile. Of those 65%, 32% have received some type of harassment online.15% have had private info forwarded without their permission13% received threatening messages13% said someone spread a rumor about them online6% had someone post an embarrassing picture of them online without permission

Source: Pew Internet Research, 2009


National Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org*Facts and Figures (continued)2 in 5 teens tell their parents nothing about what they do online.

1 in 4 teens who have restrictions online can find a way around them.

44% of parents do not limit what their children do online whatsoever.

Source: Cox Communications, 2009

50% of all teens have a computer in their bedroom.

Source: University of Toronto, 2009


National Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org*Tips for SafeOnlineSocial Networking


National Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org*Tips for Socializing Safely Think about how different sites work before deciding to join a site.Keep some control over the information you post.Keep vital information to yourself.Make sure your screen name doesnt reveal too much about you.


National Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org*Tips for Socializing Safely Online (continued)Post only information that you are comfortable with others seeing and knowing about you.Remember, once your information is posted, you cant take it back. Someone can forward this information and millions of people have access.Consider not posting your picture.Dont flirt with strangers online.

Source: Federal Trade Commission www.ftc.gov


National Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org*Tips for Parents


National Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org*Tips for ParentsUse the Internet with your children.Teach your children never to give out personal information.Instruct your child never to plan a face-to-face meeting with online acquaintances.Establish clear ground rules for Internet use within your family.Tell your children not to respond if they receive offensive or dangerous email, chat requests, or other types of communication and to tell you when this occurs.Source: GetNetWise


National Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org*Tips for Parents (continued)Place your computer in a room thats open and accessible to all family members.Consider installing software filters that prevent your child from entering personal information.Consider installing monitoring software that prevents your child from entering personal information.Many networking sites have valuable safety information.


National Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org*Tips for

Youth


National Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org*Tips for YouthRemember, your profile is on a public space.People arent always who they say they are.Harassment, hate speech, and inappropriate content should be reported. Tell your parents or an adult if this happens.Dont mislead people into thinking that youre older or younger than you really are.Dont post anything that would embarrass you later.Source: myspace.com


National Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org*Tips for Youth (continued)Always follow your familys rules for using the Internet.Dont open up emails, files, or web pages that you get from people you dont really know or trust.Dont ever do anything that could cost your family money unless your parents are there to help you do it.Dont ever give out your password.

Source: GetNetWise


National Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org*Reporting

Trouble


National Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org*Whom To Contact for HelpLocal Police

There is no national agency that deals with every type of Internet crime. Your local law enforcement is your best first resource.


National Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org*Whom To Contact (continued)National Child Advocacy Groups

Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800-SUICIDERunaway Hotline: 800-231-6946National Council for Child Abuse and Family Violence: 800-222-2000ChildHelp USA National Child Abuse Hotline: 800-4-A-ChildNational Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information: 800-729-6686The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (child sexual exploitation): 800-843-5678


National Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org*Whom To Contact (continued)Federal Law Enforcement

Federal Bureau of Investigation (child-luring, an adult meets a child face-to-face): Call your state office.US Customs Service (child pornography): 800-BE-ALERTUS Postal Inspection Service: usps.govBureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms: 888-ATF-TIPSDrug Enforcement Administration: usdoj.gov/dea

Source: GetNetWise


ResourcesNational Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org*


National Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org*ResourcesNational Crime Prevention Councilwww.ncpc.org, www.Mcgruff.orgFederal Trade Commission www.OnGuardOnline.govInternet Keep Safe Coalitionwww.iKeepSafe.orgi-SAFEwww.i-safe.org


National Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org*Resources (continued)National Cyber Security Alliancewww.staysafeonline.orgStaysafe.org educational site that provides education for consumers about the Internet


National Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org*Resources (continued)Web Wise Kidswww.wiredwithwisdom.orgNetsmartzwww.netsmartz.org National Criminal Justice Reference Servicewww.ncjrs.gov


National Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org*The National Crime Prevention Council2345 Crystal DriveSuite 500Arlington, VA 22202202-261-4151202-296-1356 faxwww.ncpc.org


National Crime Prevention Council www.ncpc.org*Presenter Contact Information


*Introduce yourself to the participants. Describe your background in this area. Mention that the National Crime Prevention Council in partnership with the Bureau of Justice Assistance is the creator of this PowerPoint. Refer participants to NCPCs main website, www.ncpc.org, and to www.mcgruff.org, its website for children.*This is a general list of social networking websites. For a more complete list, go to www.wikipedia.org and type in social networking. This website is a free encyclopedia.Facebook is the most popular social networking website. It is also the second most popular/most visited website on the internet. There are a number of other social networking websites. There are some that are specific to hobbies, cultures, languages, interests, etc. There is virtually a social networking website for everything.

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****Social networking and blogging pose risks that affect a lot more young people than the crimes of sexual predators that have dominated news coverage of teen socializing this past year. Among these online risks are peer harassment (cyberbullying) among young teens and the encouragement of negative behavior such as self-mutilation.*Bullet 1: Some sites will allow only a defined community of users (members only/registered users) to access posted content, while others allow anyone to view postings

Bullet 2: Consider restricting access to your personal page of information that you post (e.g., limit access to your family, friends, your team, a club, etc.).

Bullet 3: Dont post your full name, Social Security number, address, phone number, school name, exact age, etc.

Bullet 4: Your screen name should make you anonymous; dont use obvious information in your screen name such as your age, hometown, pet name, or part of your real name*Bullet 2: Even if you delete the information, people could have downloaded the information already or older versions of your information can exist on other peoples computers.

Bullet 3: Your photo can be altered and distributed in ways that you may not be happy about. Never post sexually provocative pictures.

Bullet 4: People lie about who they really are. You never know who you could be dealing with.**Bullet 1: Make this time quality time with your children while showing them safe and responsible online surfing and socializing techniques.

Bullet 4: Be open with your child about the rules from the beginning. You may want to consider having your child sign a contract with clearly stated rules. Also, learn about parental control tools.*Bullet 1: Do not have the computer in your childs room. In this way you can easily monitor your child while they are surfing and/or socializing online.

Bullets 2 and 3: Software is available to monitor your childs online experience while you are not at home or unable to monitor your child personally.

Bullet 4: Sites may allow you to request an immediate cancellation of your childs account.*Bullet 1: Dont post anything that you wouldnt want the world to know (e.g., your phone number, address, Social Security number, or other vital info). It makes it easier for a stranger or online predator to find you.

Bullet 2: While it may be fun to connect with friends from all over the world, avoid meeting someone in person you do not fully know.

Bullet 3: If you feel someones behavior is inappropriate, react. Talk with your parents, a trusted adult, or report it to the authorities.

Bullet 5: Think twice before posting a photo or information you know your parents would not approve of.

**Trainer: Give a phone number for local law enforcement. Remind the audience not to use 9-1-1 unless it is an emergency.*Many of these agencies provide specialized services and assistance. They run 24 hour help lines, provide educational materials, and make referrals for family support groups.*Many times an Internet crime falls under a federal jurisdiction. In a non-emergency situation in which you encounter a criminal activity that involves your child, consider contacting law enforcement at the federal level.

Trainer: Before moving on to the resource slides, review the objectives you set out in the beginning of the presentation.****Trainer: Add your contact information to this slide.

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