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Looking for safe tech gifts? Explore the eSafety Gift Guide
How do you choose tech gifts that are both fun and safe for your kids? The eSafety Gift Guide is here to help. We've gone through the latest tech trends to bring you straightforward advice to help make smart and safe tech gift choices for children and young people.
This year, the digital playground has evolved, especially in the world of online gaming. Read our guide for the latest updates and find practical tips on a range of tech gifts - from gaming memberships and virtual currencies, drones, smartphones, wearable tech and more.
Remember, the gadgets we choose do more than entertain; they can influence personal safety and the wellbeing of our families. That's why healthy online habits are important right from the start.
Choose tech gifts wisely this holiday season, ensuring they're fun, safe, and age-appropriate for your child. Gift smart, gift safe, and be online safety conscious when giving gifts this holiday season.
eSafety Youth Council applications close next week
We're looking for young Australians aged 13 to 24, to join the eSafety Youth Council.
It's an opportunity for young people to have their say on online safety issues that matter most to them. They will help us understand what young people experience online and how their experiences and safety can be improved.
Applications close 4pm (AEDT) 1 December 2023. If you know someone who might be interested, encourage them to apply today!
Meet Wizz: The new app teens are talking about
Discover Wizz, the latest app gaining popularity among teenagers and young adults. It's a social media platform designed for real-time global chat, similar to dating apps.
Users can swipe through profiles that show a person's photo, first name, age, location and interests.
Wizz uses an external age-verification tool to estimate age with AI technology when a selfie is uploaded so that people are matched with people of a similar age. However, it's important to know that the app can match adults with children, and some content is for mature audiences.
Stay informed about the apps your children use with The eSafety Guide.
Celebrate International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD)
International Day of People with Disability is on 3 December 2023. The day is dedicated to promoting awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with disabilities worldwide.
You can get involved by holding or attending a IDPwD event in your workplace or community, or by raising awareness of the day and promoting inclusion.
Did you know we're supporting some projects for this audience through our Online Safety Grants Program?
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Online Safety Training by Interaction Disability Services - Free online safety training for people with disability and their parents or carers.
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Healthy video gaming resources supporting autistic young people by Amaze - These guides have been developed to support parents and carers with practical strategies to support young people to have a balanced, positive and fun relationship with gaming.
We also have resources in Easy Read format for people with low literacy, or with intellectual or cognitive disability.
Join us in celebrating IDPwD and promoting online safety and inclusion for all.
