Project DRAGON-S

Developing Resistance Against Grooming Online @SwanseaUni.
We are working to keep children safe online.

Supported by the @SafeOnlineFund.

[INHOPE @INHOPE_PR]

Is digitally generated CSAM illegal everywhere? Surprisingly not quite! While 40 out of 61 countries assessed have laws against this type of content, the legal status varies significantly. Read more here➡️ https://t.co/7tZengQwZL

@coe @eu_commission

[Internet Watch Foundation (IWF) @IWFhotline]

Children are at a greater risk of sexual exploitation, abuse and violence, including both online and offline. This #EndChildSexAbuseDay learn more about the crucial work we do protecting child victims of sexual abuse and support our cause. https://t.co/kSZGiULFqM

[Marie Collins Foundation @MCFcharityUK]

IICSA Changemakers have opened two surveys seeking the views and reflections from adult victim/survivors of child sexual abuse.

Survey 1: Is about the Victim Code of Practice and whether survivors feel able to access and understand their rights. https://t.co/oFiIBsexCG

Survey 2: is about support services for survivors of child sexual abuse and what best practice looks and feels like. https://t.co/87dTpS9G0T

If you are an adult (over 18 years old) victim/survivor of child sexual abuse then you are welcome to take part. Both surveys remain open until Friday 22nd November.

- They are anonymous
- We do not ask for details of your abuse experience
- You do not need to have disclosed to anyone
- You do not need to have reported to the police

[Project DRAGON-S @ProjectDragon_s]

We work hard to tackle this growing trend through our two tools:
#Spotter uses #Linguistics & #AI to detect #OnlineGrooming.
#Shield provides #training on how #groomers & children communicate during online grooming conversations.

Find out more at: https://t.co/Id7oG6EQzJ

[Project DRAGON-S @ProjectDragon_s]

Crimes against children in South Yorkshire have risen by 28% since 2020, reflecting a 28% increase & mirroring national trends.

Read more: https://t.co/pQbpHbKTej

[Project DRAGON-S @ProjectDragon_s]

Educating children & their caregivers is vital in tackling the spread of #OCSAE. That's why #DRAGON #Shield comes with a resource pack with activities to help children understand the importance of #OnlineSafety.

Find out more on our website: https://t.co/kyE6XQAwIN

[Project DRAGON-S @ProjectDragon_s]

A new #OnlineSafety campaign taking place in #Jersey was announced at a conference held by the @NSPCC & the Safeguarding Partnership Board. This campaign aims to prevent children from being coerced into making explicit images.

Read more: https://t.co/BILMNJB3QX

[Project DRAGON-S @ProjectDragon_s]

With #Australia looking to ban #SocialMedia for children, questions are being raised about #VideoGames & whether they should be included too.

This article from @marcusdcarter & @darthtayrah argue they shouldn't.

Find out why here: https://t.co/3pStkCrtMu

[CoE Children @CoE_children]

Very enriching session on understanding #EmergingTech with speakers from @ProjectDragon_s, @OpenAI, @nyushanghai, @SanttilaPekka presenting innovative #AI and #VR tools to combat online child sexual exploitation and abuse.
More 👉 https://t.co/v22lDlYY11
#EndChildSexualAbuseDay

[CoE Children @CoE_children]

Huge thanks to @DusNuria for brilliant presentation of the Dragon Shield - an innovative prevention tool for frontline professionals to counter online child sexual exploitation and abuse!
#EndChildSexualAbuseDay

[Project DRAGON-S @ProjectDragon_s]

Following the story #OnlineGrooming offences have increased over the past year, @NSPCC are calling for @Ofcom to strengthen its approach to #OCSAE.

Read more: https://t.co/fKKoueeo2Q

[Project DRAGON-S @ProjectDragon_s]

#Roblox is introducing new safety features to protect young people after increasing criticism. From this month, under-13s will be barred from social hangouts in an effort to protect them from #OnlineGrooming.

Read more: https://t.co/HdMmTtkkbH

#OnlineSafety #OnlineHarms

[Project DRAGON-S @ProjectDragon_s]

Children are not only having to contend with #OnlineHarms but are being asked to wait for safety legislation to protect them. The Children's Commissioner says we need to do more to protect them.

Read more: https://t.co/OnweCBJmRc

[Project DRAGON-S @ProjectDragon_s]

It has been a year since the #OnlineSafetyAct came into effect but how effective has it been in keeping children #SafeOnline?

Read more: https://t.co/eVAtC3dxTk

[Project DRAGON-S @ProjectDragon_s]

51% of 13-24 year olds have been lured into risky digital behaviour that could have led to #sextortion, but research from @Snapchat revealed awareness campaigns are resonating with young people, meaning fewer are falling victim to these schemes.

More: https://t.co/liQbxafiQ7

[Project DRAGON-S @ProjectDragon_s]

How do we keep children & young people safe online? This article from @ConversationUK contains essential reading for those seeking to tackle this very question.

Read more: https://t.co/HJ7dK3Wc9R

[Project DRAGON-S @ProjectDragon_s]

Our PI, @DusNuria, will be presenting at the capacity-building event tomorrow as part of the 43rd meeting of the Lanzarote Committee with @CoE_children.

We look forward to sharing our work with other people & organisations seeking to offer protection for Europe's children.

[Project DRAGON-S @ProjectDragon_s]

Equipping people with the knowledge of how groomers & children communicate during online grooming conversations is important in tackling this crime.

Find out more: https://t.co/kyE6XQAwIN

[Project DRAGON-S @ProjectDragon_s]

Child grooming offences in the west have increased by 62% since new laws were introduced with #Snapchat & #TikTok being the most popular platforms for young people, says @NSPCC.

Read more: https://t.co/y7UHlUkBsV

[Project DRAGON-S @ProjectDragon_s]

That's why, throughout the development of #DRAGONShield, we've consulted with a Lived Experience Group & young people to ensure that the training we provide not only reflects their experience but also does so in a way that avoids any victim-blaming.