Drive 326 | Social Media Safety and Children with Monet Du Plessis
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Protecting our children online is more critical than ever as digital threats like sextortion reach younger users across standard messaging apps and social platforms. In this episode of Drive 326 on Impact 103, Kgosi chats with Monae Du Plessis, an associate and legal consultant at The Digital Law Company, to break down what parents need to know about keeping their kids safe online.
Key Discussion Points:
Understanding the Scale: Sextortion and online grooming aren't restricted to the dark web—they are happening on mainstream platforms like WhatsApp, Snapchat, Discord, and gaming apps like Roblox.
Warning Signs for Parents: What to look out for, including sudden mood changes, secret online friendships, and unexplained money or in-game currency (like Robux).
Building Open Communication: How to create a safe, judgment-free environment so children feel comfortable coming forward when something goes wrong.
The "BET" Action Plan: Practical steps to take if your child is targeted:
Block: Block the perpetrator immediately.
Evidence: Take screenshots and screen recordings of chat dates, messages, and contact details before taking action (do not delete the evidence).
Tell: Reach out to a trusted adult, legal professional, or relevant authorities for help.
Takeaways: Learn actionable strategies like setting up the "Golden Ticket" rule to ensure your child feels safe confiding in you without fear of losing their phone or getting into trouble.
Tune in now for an eye-opening conversation full of essential advice for modern parenting in the digital age!
Key Discussion Points:
Understanding the Scale: Sextortion and online grooming aren't restricted to the dark web—they are happening on mainstream platforms like WhatsApp, Snapchat, Discord, and gaming apps like Roblox.
Warning Signs for Parents: What to look out for, including sudden mood changes, secret online friendships, and unexplained money or in-game currency (like Robux).
Building Open Communication: How to create a safe, judgment-free environment so children feel comfortable coming forward when something goes wrong.
The "BET" Action Plan: Practical steps to take if your child is targeted:
Block: Block the perpetrator immediately.
Evidence: Take screenshots and screen recordings of chat dates, messages, and contact details before taking action (do not delete the evidence).
Tell: Reach out to a trusted adult, legal professional, or relevant authorities for help.
Takeaways: Learn actionable strategies like setting up the "Golden Ticket" rule to ensure your child feels safe confiding in you without fear of losing their phone or getting into trouble.
Tune in now for an eye-opening conversation full of essential advice for modern parenting in the digital age!
