Beacon Cyber Safety App
Beacon is a free cyber safety app designed for parents and carers to help them navigate the online world with their children. Developed by The Kids Research Institute Australia and Bankwest, the app provides trusted and up-to-date information, personalised support, and strategies to address the challenges of the digital age. It aims to build confidence and capacity in parents and carers so they can support their children's positive digital experiences.
Key Features:
- Personalised Information: Beacon delivers tailored information, ideas, and strategies based on a child's age and needs.
- Evidence-Based Content: The app's content is backed by the latest cyber safety research and behavioural science.
- Parent-Focused: It's designed specifically for parents and carers, providing them with the knowledge and tools to guide their children.
- Comprehensive Topics: The app covers various aspects of digital citizenship, including app and device usage, digital parenting, relationships, health and wellbeing, and learning and education.
- Supportive Resources: Beacon offers articles, videos, and other resources to help parents and carers respond to their children's changing needs.
Availability:
- The Beacon app is available for free download on the App Store and Google Play.
- It is designed for Australian families and can be used by parents and carers of children up to 18 years old.
Partnerships:
- Telethon Kids Institute and Bankwest collaborated to develop Beacon.
- Dolly's Dream is also a partner in delivering the app, ensuring its focus on supporting families and preventing harm related to online bullying.
- The Office of the eSafety Commissioner and other organisations have also supported the app's development.
Download the Beacon Communiaction Toolkit here >>
Watch the Beacon Cyber Safety App Video here
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