Foróige are delighted to launch the new Connect Safely Programme on Thursday 8th of December!
The launch event will be held in The CHQ Building, beginning at 12pm, with a networking lunch and digital expo showcasing the ways in which young people can interact with the digital world via youth work. We'll also hear from industry experts through exciting panel discussions.
- Hosted by Jess Kelly - Technology Correspondent @ Newstalk
- Thursday 8th December 2022
- CHQ Building, Custom House Quay, Dublin 1
- Kicking off at 12pm
Register to attend here!
What is the Connect Safely Programme?
The Connect Safely Programme promotes safer use of digital resources, equipping young people with the skills to safely benefit from being online, while also empowering young people to safely participate in their online communities as positive digital citizens.
The programme includes topics such as:
- Cyberbullying
- Screen Time and Well Being
- Privacy Settings
- Digital Citizenship, Fake News and Hate Speech
- Gaming/Gambling
- Online Relationships
- Sexting
It will be made available to the Irish Youth Sector and is suitable for young people aged 12-18 years. It was designed by staff, volunteers and young people within Foróige with an external pilot taking place before the summer.
Register to attend the launch!
To learn more about the Connect Safely Programme and sign up for training click here.
