 The world wide web is a wonderful place full of information, entertainment and a new way of making friends.
The internet has opened up a whole new world in cyber space, where you can communicate with people you may never meet face to face.
From an early age we are taught about the potential dangers posed by some strangers and ways to avoid getting into harmful situations.
Unfortunately many children and teenagers do not use the same caution when using the internet.
Chat Safe, an initiative recently resurrected by Cambridgeshire Constabulary, originated as a partnership project between Thames Valley Police and the Royal Air Force. The two forces have worked together to provide an information package about using chatrooms. The package includes a video starring Carol Vorderman, lesson plans for teachers, a leaflet, poster and mousemat.
For more information contact:
Terry Turner,
Cambridgeshire Police Shrievalty Trust,
154 Northgate,
Alconbury Air Field,
Huntingdon
PE28 4WX.
Tel. 01480 413311
Fax. 01480 413324
The following pages offer guidance for parents and guardians to ensure their
children are using the web safely and guidance to children
and teenagers about the way to become web-wise.
There are also links to a number of organisations who can
offer help and advice. Remember though, if it is an emergency
dial 999.
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