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Childline and the Internet Watch Foundation have come together to provide a service where children can request the removal of sexual images of themselves which have been shared online. As part of that process the child would be asked to provide a link to where the image is stored online, rather than send the image itself.
The child is also required to verify their identity and age and this is done through the YOTI app. YOTI will not store images of the child’s ID following the verification process.
Below are a couple of online resources which contain details regarding this service:
https://www.nspcc.org.uk/preventing-abuse/keeping-children-safe/sexting – There is a section which covers what you can do if you’ve lost control of a sexual image and refers to the YOTI app.
https://contentreporting.childline.org.uk – This is the portal where you can report images and videos for take down and again refers to using the app to verify age.
Childnet International has launched a film competition for children and young people aged 7-18 to share their understanding of online safety issues. The competition is open to UK primary and secondary schools and youth organisations. The closing date is 11 June 2018.
The PSHE Association have recently been involved in the development of the new UKCCIS (UK Council for Child Internet Safety) framework, alongside online safety experts including CEOP, the NSPCC and Barnardo’s. The Education for a Connected World framework will help PSHE teachers review their curriculum to ensure pupils are prepared to understand and handle online risks.
Mentally healthy schools is a new website to help primary school staff support the mental health of pupils. There is a range of expert and practical information and resources to help all primary school staff understand, promote and deal confidently with children’s mental health issues: jargon-free information on what can undermine and what can help emotional wellbeing; tips and strategies to help; and specific advice on vulnerable groups. There is specific advice for governors which you may find helpful.
I would particularly like to draw your attention to the section on a ‘whole school approach’ to mental health and wellbeing. In our borough, those schools that are recognised as having Solihull Healthy School status have embedded this approach within their work around health and wellbeing. For more information please email me at nchamberlain@solihull.gov.uk.
Solihull Moors Football Club will be running the FA Primary Teachers Award (PTA) FREE of charge after half term. The course is aimed at qualified teachers including those that are newly qualified.
The course will be running at Solihull Moors F.C., The Automated Technology Group Stadium, Damson Parkway, Solihull, West Midlands, B91 2PP on Monday 4th June from 9am – 4pm.
There are only 20 places available. Please see the flier for further information.
