Be safe when connected and using smart devices. Awareness is key.
Support Cyber Safety Awareness Efforts
Cyber Safety 101 is dedicated to building awareness of today's cyber safety issues and educating the public on methods to combat them. We are currently looking for sponsors to fund our initiatives. This site provides 1) an overview of our goals and plans for the launch of Cyber Safety 101, 2) a sample of public concerns and issues we hope to address, and most importantly, 3) a link to our sponsor and donation page so you can support these efforts that are important to the stability and health of communities in this technology age.
Launch Initiatives
In order to make an impact, effective communication is the focus of outreach for our public awareness efforts. With your support, we hope to accomplish the following initiatives. Together, we can foster a healthy and safe way of thinking of and using mobile and smart devices and being connected online.
- Social media implementation
- Public interaction, engagement
- Timely, relevant news
- Popular, creative campaigns
- Awareness Month
- Back to School
- Elections
- Holiday Safety
- Tools and Services
- Document Downloads
- Video Library
- Organizations Directory
- School Outreach Program
- Conference Visits
- Community Events
- Advocacy
Public Concerns
Below is a sample of current issues, topics, and concerns we hope to address through our outreach initiatives. Our devices, being interconnected, and big data all play a role in our lives. Technology development is moving fast and we need to make sure we do not sacrifice our safety for the convenience, efficiency, luxury, or entertainment technology brings.
Is your device listening in?
You didn't do a search but somehow your device is showing you ads of a product you told your wife about.
Politics & Social Media Tricks
These tricks go beyond just seeing what you like and follow. These tactics are more elaborate than that.
Technology & the Generations
Let's all appreciate the pros and cons to how each generation sees technology and smart devices.
Mental Health & Social Media
Negative news, self-image, bullying, social pressures, addiction... Combatting these starts at home.
Your Personal Info Is Free
...and available to the public unless you are careful when submitting, sharing, and storing info on devices.
Keeping the Elderly Safe Online
Our parents and grandparents are vulnerable to elder abuse. Keep them mentally sharp and use safegaurds.
The Solution: Critical Thinking
It's easy to be fooled when having fun online, unless you have the skills to view content critically.
Online Shopping & Surfing Tips
Know what to look for to ensure you and your information are safe when surfing and shopping online.
