{"id":15836,"date":"2026-08-07T09:24:31","date_gmt":"2026-08-06T23:24:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/mscw\/?post_type=article&p=15836"},"modified":"2026-08-07T09:24:31","modified_gmt":"2026-08-06T23:24:31","slug":"from-the-leader-of-wellbeing-70","status":"publish","type":"article","link":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/mscw\/article\/from-the-leader-of-wellbeing-70\/","title":{"rendered":"From the Leader of Wellbeing"},"content":{"rendered":"

Privacy and your Child <\/span>(Link)<\/span><\/a><\/h4>\n
Help your child to stay in control of their online identity including their personal information, photos and videos<\/span><\/h5>\n

There has been a significant amount of discussion, research and publicity recently related specifically young people and their image. By image I am referring to their physical appearance that can make its way onto the internet through social media. Sites and apps such as, instagram, facebook, youtube, sharing images of themselves and\/or others in chats on social media platforms such as Snapchat and Whatsapp, imessage, live streaming through these apps, the list goes on.<\/span><\/p>\n

With advances in technology, specifically the creation and use of AI by companies and individuals children, young people and those with disabilities are more at risk and vulnerable than before.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Young people are developing relationships online with AI Companions (<\/span>more information on AI Companions<\/span><\/a>) and seeking guidance\/advice from AI Chatbots (<\/span>AI chatbots and companions \u2013 risks to children and young people | eSafety Commissioner<\/span><\/a>).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

It is essential that adults support young people to navigate the world thoughtfully, safely, and respectfully. This includes crossing the road, learning how to swim, and how to stay safe online. Connected to the internet is not going to go away so it is our job to instruct, model and openly discuss without judgement how they can stay safe online and what to do when something occurs that makes them feel unsafe, uncomfortable and\/or exposed.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Reduce the Risk <\/span>(link)<\/span><\/a><\/h5>\n
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    Be engaged, open and supportive <\/span>(Talking about online child sexual abuse with 13 to 18 year olds | eSafety Commissioner)<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Set rules<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Regularly review safety features and settings – <\/span>every update comes with new settings OR it resets the safety features that have been activated, such as location, and account privacy settings.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    The following information comes from:<\/span><\/i> Be You<\/span><\/a>
    \nBe You is funded by the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing, and delivered through a unique partnership between Beyond Blue, Early Childhood Australia and headspace. <\/span>
    \n<\/span>This partnership makes Be You the only free national initiative supporting mental health and wellbeing in education from birth to 18.<\/span><\/p>\n

    What is Bullying?<\/b><\/h5>\n
    Bullying – Be You<\/a><\/strong> (fact sheet)<\/span><\/i><\/h5>\n

    Bullying is an ongoing and deliberate misuse of power in relationships. It occurs through repeated verbal, physical, online and\/or social behaviour that intends to cause harm.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Bullying can be carried out by an individual or group towards one or more people and is a complex social problem.<\/span><\/p>\n

    What Bullying Isn\u2019t?<\/b><\/h5>\n

    Behaviours that are <\/span>NOT<\/b> considered bullying include:<\/span><\/p>\n