Online safety can be very challenging. It requires organizations and individuals to be aware of the risks and to take appropriate measures to stay safe. This is to maintain wellbeing and protection of your digital identity.
Many organizations have produced information and support to help people, particularly young people stay safe online.
Some focus on using technology to improve security on your computer or mobile devices, like using software to create a Firewall or protect you from viruses. Some offer simple rules to follow when you are online, such as using strong passwords, thinking before clicking a link, checking to see who is providing the content you are using, not sharing too much personal information, being careful about making friends online and always being aware of your own and others safety.
Being online can have both positive or negative impact on our mental and physical health. Some people may be unable to physically go out and meet people. It can also be hard to join in face to face activities by interacting physically. Majority are online and developing strong support networks outside of it is challenging. Technology and social media can reduce isolation of many kinds. This can be caused by geographical difference (people living in isolated places), social aspects (such as people in prison or hospital) or people with physical or learning disabilities.
Technology can help communities connect and collaborate to change their lives in practical ways. Platforms such as Digital Green can assist farmers share their knowledge through videos and supporting each other .
This can also include blogs that inspire, educate, motivate and reassure young mums. They help them know that they are not alone in the motherhood journey. It applies people of all communities and groups who can share stuff and support each other.
It is the responsibility of individuals, community leaders, professionals, organizations, employers and governments to ensure that we are all safe and well online, and that we are not excluded from participating. When all people take good responsibility it will be well and safe.
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