Waitākere College

Cyber Safety Presentation

In today’s digital world, young people face an increasing range of risks in their online activities. Join us at this FREE presentation to learn how to reduce risks and maximise the benefits for your children.


Presented by: John Parsons 

What You’ll Learn:

  • ONLINE SEXUAL PREDATORS: Spotlight on Online Dangers. Understanding how predators operate on social media, online gaming platforms and mobile phones.
  • PORNOGRAPHY: Shielding from Inappropriate Content. Learn how to safeguard children and young people from harmful exposure and what to do is you have concerns.
  • CYBER BULLYING: Tackling Internet-Based Abuse. Identify warning signs and know how to intervene.
  • Mobile Phones: Excessive Screen Time. Learn about the risks and strategies to
     reclaim balance.
  • SEXTORTION: The Reality of Sextortion. How to protect against this growing
     world-wide threat. 
  • THE IMPORTANCE OF SLEEP. Why digital discipline is essential for mental and physical well-being. 
  • Emerging AI risks, the BFF is just around the corner 

Why This Matters:  

Risk factors and protective factors are identified. We look forward to seeing you at this important child protection presentation. If you cannot attend, please nominate another adult to represent your family. Together, through the school partnership, children will flourish.

Event Details:  📅 Date: Thursday 9th of October

⏰ Time: 6pm 📍 Location: Waitakere College Auditorium 

John Parsons is an Internet Safety and Risk Assessment Consultant working with schools, the private sector and the health sector, providing specialist advice and direction on the safe and ethical use of Digital Communication Technology.