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SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Despite Newsom's objections, Democrats approve striking penalty for soliciting older teens from bill

California lawmakers amended a bill, removing tougher penalties for soliciting 16- and 17-year-olds for sex.
Republicans criticized Democrats for being lenient on sex offenses involving older teens.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago
NYC parents

New Zealand's prime minister proposes social media ban for under-16s

New Zealand is proposing to ban under-16s from using social media to protect youth from online harms.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago
NYC politics

In a break from progressives, Newsom says soliciting older minors for sex should be a felony

Governor Newsom opposes changes to sex solicitation legislation that weaken penalties for soliciting minors.
Democrats faced criticism for altering a bill that aimed to protect teenagers from sexual exploitation.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Despite Newsom's objections, Democrats approve striking penalty for soliciting older teens from bill

California lawmakers amended a bill, removing tougher penalties for soliciting 16- and 17-year-olds for sex.
Republicans criticized Democrats for being lenient on sex offenses involving older teens.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago
NYC parents

New Zealand's prime minister proposes social media ban for under-16s

New Zealand is proposing to ban under-16s from using social media to protect youth from online harms.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago
NYC politics

In a break from progressives, Newsom says soliciting older minors for sex should be a felony

Governor Newsom opposes changes to sex solicitation legislation that weaken penalties for soliciting minors.
Democrats faced criticism for altering a bill that aimed to protect teenagers from sexual exploitation.
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#community-safety
fromwww.eppingforestguardian.co.uk
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Public meeting on how to keep young people and vulnerable residents safe in Ongar

A public meeting will address safety for youth and anti-social behavior in Ongar on May 28.
fromwww.eppingforestguardian.co.uk
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Public meeting on how to keep young people and vulnerable residents safe in Ongar

A public meeting will address safety for youth and anti-social behavior in Ongar on May 28.
more#community-safety
#mental-health
fromSacramento Bee
2 weeks ago
SF parents

Social media warning label bill moves forward in California legislature

California's AB 56 proposes mandatory black box warnings on social media to address mental health concerns among youth.
fromSocial Media Today
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

US Attorney Generals Endorse Plan to Social Media Warning Labels

American regulators are advocating for safety labels on social media to warn about risks to children's mental health.
fromSacramento Bee
2 weeks ago
SF parents

Social media warning label bill moves forward in California legislature

California's AB 56 proposes mandatory black box warnings on social media to address mental health concerns among youth.
fromSocial Media Today
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

US Attorney Generals Endorse Plan to Social Media Warning Labels

American regulators are advocating for safety labels on social media to warn about risks to children's mental health.
more#mental-health
Privacy professionals
fromLindsey Gamble
2 weeks ago

Pinterest Launches In-App Alerts to Help Teens Stay Focused During School Hours - Lindsey Gamble

Pinterest introduces notifications to help students focus during school hours, encouraging users to pause app usage while promoting responsible digital behavior.
#online-safety
fromFast Company
2 months ago
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YouTube is cracking down on gambling content. Here's what's changing

YouTube is banning links to unapproved gambling sites to safeguard youth viewers.
New age restrictions will limit access to online gambling content.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK politics

Brianna Ghey's mother hits out at potential watering down of Online Safety Bill

The call for stronger online safety measures is emphasized, highlighting the urgency due to youth vulnerability.
Public donations support independent journalism, ensuring access to critical reporting for all.
Poker
fromFast Company
2 months ago

YouTube is cracking down on gambling content. Here's what's changing

YouTube is banning links to unapproved gambling sites to safeguard youth viewers.
New age restrictions will limit access to online gambling content.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Brianna Ghey's mother hits out at potential watering down of Online Safety Bill

The call for stronger online safety measures is emphasized, highlighting the urgency due to youth vulnerability.
Public donations support independent journalism, ensuring access to critical reporting for all.
more#online-safety
Parenting
fromBuzzFeed
5 months ago

Keke Palmer Recalled Her Agent's Disturbing Response To Her Fears Over Kissing A 17-Year-Old Actor At Age 12

The article highlights public outrage over an agent's inappropriate remarks to a minor, reflecting broader concerns about child safety in such contexts.
Privacy professionals
fromLGBTQ Nation
7 months ago

Conversion therapist sued to be able to convert LGBTQ+ kids. A federal court just said "no." - LGBTQ Nation

The federal appeals court upheld Colorado's ban on conversion therapy for minors, reinforcing protections for LGBTQ+ youth.
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