Protect Yourself Online

Receiving hate messages online can have a devastating effect on an individual, their acquaintances, the wider community and society as a whole.
There are measures internet users can take to protect themselves against hate speech online. These may start with simple steps, such as ensuring that your online contact is reserved for friends, family members and trusted users. Upon receiving hate speech online, be sure to save a print screen of the content, flag the content and block the user to prevent more unwanted communication.

As online use has became an integral part of life, it is more important than ever to educate internet users about how to surf safely. A crucial element to ensuring safe surfing is through education. Find out why by watching this video: