Episode: Types of Human Trafficking
Michigan Ethical Storefront Guide 2021 (MAP)
https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/your-michigan-ethical-storefront-guide-2021/
Episode: How to Keep Your Kids Safe from Online Predators/Traffickers
Michigan Abolitionist Project (MAP) - Visit MAP’s online store to order free printed resource materials, including the “How to Keep Your Kids Safe from Online Sex Traffickers” booklet for parents! https://michiganabolitionistproject.square.site/
National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) As the nation's nonprofit clearinghouse and comprehensive reporting center for all issues related to the prevention of and recovery from child victimization, NCMEC leads the fight against abduction, abuse, and exploitation. https://www.missingkids.org/
NetSmartz (by NCMEC) https://www.missingkids.org/netsmartz/home
This online safety education program provides age-appropriate videos and activities for children to learn about online risks and how to avoid them
Google – Be Internet Awesome https://beinternetawesome.withgoogle.com/en_us
To make the most of the Internet, kids need to be prepared to make smart decisions. Be Internet Awesome teaches kids the fundamentals of digital citizenship and safety so they can explore the online world with confidence.
Protect Young Eyes https://protectyoungeyes.com/
Thought-leading website that keeps parents in the know about the latest devices, technology, and more with reviews, blog posts, and presentations. Sign up to receive their email newsletters, complete their 10-question assessment to see if your home internet is safe, or download the PROTECT App for 500+ mini lessons in your pocket.
App reviews: https://protectyoungeyes.com/apps/
Parental controls for devices:
https://protectyoungeyes.com/parental-controls-every-digital-device/
PROTECT App: https://protectyoungeyes.com/protect-app/
Childhood 2.0 Documentary: https://www.childhood2movie.com/
Required viewing for anyone who wants to better understand the world their children are navigating as they grow up in the digital age. Featuring actual parents and kids as well as industry-leading experts in child safety and development, this documentary dives into the real-life issues facing kids today — including cyberbullying, online predators, suicidal ideation, and more.
Common Sense Media https://www.commonsensemedia.org/homepage
Provides in-depth reviews of movies, TV shows, books, video games and more so families can determine the age-appropriateness of what their kids consume.
Family media agreement:
https://www.commonsensemedia.org/family-media-agreement
Bark https://www.bark.us/
Monitors kids’ texts, emails, and social media for digital dangers and alerts parents to potential issues like cyberbullying, depression, online predators, and more. Bark also provides screen time and filtering controls.
Fight the New Drug https://fightthenewdrug.org/
Non-religious and non-legislative organization that exists to provide individuals the opportunity to make an informed decision regarding pornography by raising awareness on its harmful effects using only science, facts, and personal accounts.
Shared Hope https://sharedhope.org/what-we-do/prevent/awareness/internetsafety/
Dedicated to bringing an end to sex trafficking through a three-pronged approach – prevent, restore, and bring justice. Their internet safety portal is packed with educational videos and a downloadable toolkit of resources for parents.
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) THINK. CONNECT.
