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Helping young people reclaim the internet. Media requests: media@breckfoundation.org

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"If I could go back and tell myself one thing about the internet..." ๐Ÿคณโœจ
Listen to our Youth Ambassadors share their honest advice for staying safe, happy, and empowered online.
Which piece of advice resonated with you most? Let us know in the comments! ๐Ÿ‘‡
#DigitalSafety #CyberAware

09.03.2026 13:55 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Big thanks to Downsview Life Skills College for having us during Careers Week! ๐ŸŽ“

Our Project Coordinator (Pan-Sussex ), Giselle, had a great time sharing insights into her role. Itโ€™s so rewarding to connect with young people and talk about a career centred on digital safety and community support.

06.03.2026 14:00 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Age-verification systems require collecting sensitive data to support the biometric information. In no time, the internet will become a fully surveilled digital panopticon. Read the full article here: www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

02.03.2026 14:00 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Meet Louise, one of our dedicated speakers sharing Breckโ€™s Story with students across the UK. Through powerful presentations, she helps young people understand the importance of online safety and how to protect themselves in a digital world. Book a speaker today! www.breckfoundation.org

26.02.2026 10:53 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The Breck Foundation CEO, Erica Thornton spent the day at the Home Office presenting to the Tackling Child Sexual Abuse Unit team. She is looking forward to strengthening and continuing the relationship between this team and the Breck Foundation.

24.02.2026 18:00 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The record fine came after an investigation by the data protection watchdog, which found the US company used children's information unlawfully.

Read the full @skynews article here๐Ÿ“ฐ: news.sky.com/story/reddit...

24.02.2026 15:00 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Big shoutout to our incredible Youth Ambassadors! ๐ŸŒŸ They delivered a powerful presentation on online safety to younger students. ๐ŸŽค๐Ÿ’ป They did an excellent job breaking down complex topics and sharing Breckโ€™s story with heart and leadership. ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธโœจ
Together, weโ€™re building a safer digital future! ๐Ÿค๐Ÿ’™

19.02.2026 14:01 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Letโ€™s be real, being a teen online is a lot. ๐Ÿ“ฑโœจ One minute youโ€™re finding the best new music, and the next youโ€™re stuck in a scrolling loop or feeling that FOMO (fear of missing out) pressure๐ŸŒ€

Check a new blog post written by a young person about finding her own "digital balance".

buff.ly/qY2ZKEo

18.02.2026 12:00 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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12 years since we lost Breck. ๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ As technology advances, so does our resolve to protect young people from online grooming. Together, we honour his memory through education, awareness, and action. ๐ŸŽฎ ๐Ÿ’™ #BreckBednar #OnlineSafety #BreckFoundation

17.02.2026 15:06 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Whatโ€™s actually popping up on your childโ€™s feed? ๐Ÿ“ฑโœจ

We asked our Youth Ambassador whatโ€™s at the top of their algorithm right now and here are the answers range we got!
#onlinesafety #breckfoundation #staysafeonline #internetsafety

17.02.2026 10:21 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Whatโ€™s actually popping up on your childโ€™s feed? ๐Ÿ“ฑโœจ

We asked our Youth Ambassador whatโ€™s at the top of their algorithm right now and here are the answers range we got!
#onlinesafety #breckfoundation #staysafeonline #internetsafety

17.02.2026 10:19 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Change starts with a conversation. ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ

We spent #SaferInternetDay at the Sussex PCC office with our Youth Ambassadors, having open discussions about online safety. ๐Ÿ›œ๐Ÿ’ป

Itโ€™s amazing to see the UK coming together to ensure technology is used for good.
Thank you to all the schools involved!

11.02.2026 12:27 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Our School Engagement Officers were nationwide yesterday for Safer Internet Day! ๐Ÿ’ป๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ We presented on topics from AI to Breckโ€™s story, this vital information empowers young people to stay safe online. ๐Ÿ›œ

Huge thanks to all the schools involved!

11.02.2026 09:37 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Happy Safer Internet Day! ๐Ÿ›œ We are leading the conversation on AI and online safety at the Sussex PCC! Empowering the next generation to use technology responsibly and fearlessly.

10.02.2026 13:41 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Today is Safer Internet Day, and we wanted to remind you that Online Safety is for EVERYONE! Parents, carers, educators, and young people all have a role to play in creating safer digital spaces, especially as AI continues to evolve. Ask questions, Stay curious, Talk openly. buff.ly/tqHLJGp

10.02.2026 12:01 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Don't miss the article written by our CEO @ericathornton.bsky.social for LBC on the social media ban and risks of pushing children into darker corners where predators thrive. ๐Ÿ“ฐ ๐Ÿ’ป

Read the full article here: buff.ly/eBTv0mi

10.02.2026 10:00 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Breck Foundation CEO @ericathornton.bsky.social has written an article for LBC on the social media ban and risks of pushing children into darker corners where predators thrive. ๐Ÿ“ฐ ๐Ÿ’ป

Full Story: www.lbc.co.uk/article/soci...

09.02.2026 14:03 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Yesterday we began #SaferFebruary with @breckfoundation.bsky.social. Students heard Breckโ€™s story to learn the dangers of online grooming and how they can keep themselves safe online.

Parents/Carers: Watch the session recording until 16 Feb for vital safety tips via the email sent home on Tuesday.

05.02.2026 10:15 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Young people are already using AI in school, gaming, and social spaces. Safer Internet Day is a reminder that knowledge is protection. By learning about misinformation and healthy boundaries, we can help young people use AI as a tool, not be shaped by it.ย 

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#SaferInternetDay

09.02.2026 12:02 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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We shared Breckโ€™s Story with students at Carwarden House Community School from Years 7, 8, 9 & Sixth Form, and delivered our AI presentation with Years 10 & 11, now available for schools to book! ๐Ÿค–๐Ÿ“ฑ

Want to book a presentation for your school? ๐Ÿ‘‰ buff.ly/QrKS0Bh

07.02.2026 09:00 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Smart tech means tools that can think, learn or respond like AI. It can be fun and helpful, but young people still need to make smart choices online ๐Ÿ’กChecking whatโ€™s real, protecting personal info, being kind to others, and creating safe spaces! www.breckfoundation.org/post/safer-i...

06.02.2026 12:00 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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We are looking for an Education Programme Officer in the East of England who will introduce the highly impactful Breckโ€™s story and deliver inspiring, educational talks in a โ€˜whole communityโ€™ approach. Only a few days left to apply!: buff.ly/iV1U1ij

04.02.2026 16:55 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Letโ€™s use AI safely and responsibly. ๐Ÿ’ฌ๐Ÿ’™

Learn more about 2026 Safer Internet Day: www.breckfoundation.org/post/safer-i...

#SaferInternetDay #SmartTechSafeChoices #OnlineSafety #AIandYoungPeople #BreckFoundation

04.02.2026 16:04 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Our Sussex Youth Ambassadors were at Brighton Uni today, presenting to a room full of future teachers. Thereโ€™s nothing more powerful than young people leading the conversation on digital safeguarding.

Thanks to the teachers for being such an engaged audience! ๐Ÿ™Œ
#BreckFoundation #OnlineSafety

03.02.2026 17:01 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Weโ€™re proud to be supporting Safer Internet Day 2026. This yearโ€™s theme is all about Smart Tech, Safe Choices, learning how to use AI and online tools in ways that are safe, kind, and responsible ๐Ÿค–โœจ

03.02.2026 12:00 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Peer power in action! ๐Ÿ’ฌ

Last week, our Breck Youth Ambassadors from Patcham High School visited Patcham Junior School to deliver an engaging presentation on online safety, helping younger pupils learn how to stay safe, confident, and kind online. ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ’™

02.02.2026 11:11 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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โš ๏ธ Content Warning: We are sharing an important investigation highlighting the growing threat of online networks that target and exploit vulnerable children. This deeply troubling coverage underlines why urgent action, education, and safeguarding are essential. news.sky.com/story/gamify...

30.01.2026 16:29 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐ŸŽญ What to Watch: GUIDELINES | New Diorama Theatre, London (3โ€“14 Feb)
๐ŸŽŸ Saturday shows are Pay What You Can
๐ŸŽซ 20% off tickets with code GUIDELINES20
Letโ€™s keep these important conversations going, on stage and beyond. ๐Ÿ’ฌ๐Ÿ’™
Tickets: newdiorama.com/whats-on/gui...
@newdiorama.bsky.social

30.01.2026 15:01 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The Breck Foundation team, including our nationwide School Engagement Officers, came together in Birmingham to connect. While weโ€™re spread across the country delivering vital education and support, moments like these remind us of the power of teamwork. ๐Ÿคโœจ

28.01.2026 11:30 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Social Media Ban for Under 16's: A Young Person's Blog Opinion of a social media ban in England for under-sixteens from the perspective of a young person.

This article, written by Harry (14) & recently shared by the @breckfoundation.bsky.social, challenges the idea that banning social media is a straightforward solution to online harm.

๐Ÿ”— tinyurl.com/3c3upann

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#DRAGON #socialmediaban #BreckFoundation #onlinesafety #onlinesafetyact

26.01.2026 09:50 ๐Ÿ‘ 5 ๐Ÿ” 4 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0