by admin | May 22, 2014 | Online reputation
If you have to ask this question in today’s digital-age I would say you’re heading for a virtual head-on crash. Today your online image is usually the first impression any employer or possible a college recruiter will review about you. Your name will... by admin | May 17, 2014 | Cyberbullying
Guest post: As a father of three young kids, navigating the twists and turns of raising kids in our techno-centric society is something I grapple with on a daily basis. Amber Child Safety helps parents like me feel empowered by using state-of-the-art tools to protect... by admin | May 15, 2014 | Cyberbullying
Here’s a wake-up call for parents – you are unlikely to know if your teen is a victim of cyberbullying. No doubt you’ve witnessed reports of what appears to be a huge increase in cases of cyberbullying. It makes sense; our kids are online all of the time, especially... by admin | May 15, 2014 | Bullying
Girls can be mean. Kids can be mean. No one is immune to bullying but everyone has the ability to be kind. We have heard a lot about mean girls, almost to exhaustion, yet it doesn’t make it go away. Girls gossip, they will berate other girls until they cry... by admin | May 4, 2014 | Family Matters
“I have 422 friends, yet I am lonely….” is how this video starts. Smartphones, iPhones, computers, tablets…. the lost connection of face-to-face time. We type as we talk, we read as we chat, we get caught in the net, before we know it –... by admin | May 1, 2014 | Bullying prevention
It’s a fact, many people will turn a blind eye when they witness negative behavior. Whether it is online or in a school hallway or in the workplace — it is easier (or safer) to walk away than to risk getting involved. It is no different than not wanting to... by admin | Apr 28, 2014 | Child Abuse
April is Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month, however for Erin Merryn this cause is 24/7/365 days a year. As it should be for everyone. Erin has dedicated her life to making a difference in young children — educating and empowering them against sexual abuse.... by admin | Apr 26, 2014 | Teens and Technology
It’s that time of the year again. End of the school year when many seniors and juniors are looking forward to proms and graduations. Of course there will be many photo-ops and lots of sharing on everyone’s social media pages. This is a time for... by admin | Apr 22, 2014 | Adult Cyberbullying
“Is it me or does this woman look like E.T. when they put the dress on him?” – DJ Eric B. Who is DJ Eric B.? According to his Facebook page his bio boasts more about who he is with rather than who he is. Biography: DJ Eric B has rocked dance floors... by admin | Apr 21, 2014 | Online Safety
Children usually have a stronger mastery of the Internet than their parents. It’s a simple fact. They’re faster with computers and more active online. Often times, we might not fully grasp how they’re communicating, the data they’re collecting or to what extend they...
