Workshop Overview
This interactive workshop builds upon our recent guides "Modernising Online Safety Policies" and "Assessing Digital Safety Tools and Controls" to provide practical, hands-on training for creating a safer digital environment.
Target Audiences
- Staff Session: 3-hour comprehensive training
- Student Session: 90-minute age-appropriate modules
- Parent Session: 2-hour evening workshop with take-home resources
Workshop Structure
1. Introduction: The 2025 Digital Landscape (All Audiences)
Opening Activity: Digital Footprint Exploration
Participants examine their own digital presence using a secure assessment tool, revealing:
- Information visible to strangers
- AI-generated insights from their public data
- Potential vulnerabilities in their online presence
Key Discussion Points:
- How the digital landscape has evolved since 2023
- The integration of AI in everyday platforms
- Modern threats requiring modern safeguards
- The shift from reactive to proactive protection
2. Policy Understanding & Implementation
For Staff:
Interactive Session: Policy Translation Exercise
Staff work in small groups to translate abstract policy concepts into practical daily actions:
- Creating scenario cards for common situations
- Developing decision trees for incident response
- Mapping reporting pathways for different concerns
Deep Dive Discussion: Moving Beyond Ambiguous "Online Checks"
- Practical demonstration of systematic verification methods
- Hands-on practice with digital passport systems
- Documentation requirements and best practices
- Case studies of verification failures and consequences
For Students:
Age-Appropriate Activities:
- Primary: "Digital Detective" game identifying safe vs unsafe online behaviours
- Secondary: Peer-led discussions on social media boundaries
- Post-16: Critical analysis of AI-generated content vs human content
For Parents:
Guided Implementation:
- Setting up effective parental controls across devices
- Creating family technology agreements
- Establishing open communication channels about online activities
- Understanding age-appropriate digital access
3. Digital Tools Assessment Workshop
Hands-On Evaluation: Participants evaluate actual tools using our assessment framework
For Staff:
- Tool effectiveness analysis using real-world scenarios
- Integration testing between different safety systems
- Documentation practice for tool assessment
- Creating department-specific implementation plans
For Students:
- Testing and providing feedback on age-appropriate safety tools
- Identifying potential workarounds and weaknesses
- Contributing to student-friendly user interfaces
- Developing peer support networks
For Parents:
- Practical setup of home safety tools
- Creating customised protection profiles for different ages
- Establishing monitoring practices that respect privacy
- Troubleshooting common implementation challenges
4. AI Safety: The New Frontier
Interactive Demonstration: "Spot the AI"
Participants attempt to identify AI-generated:
- Text messages and emails
- Social media profiles
- Images and videos
- Voice recordings
Practical Guidance:
For Staff:
- Approved AI tool usage in professional settings
- Detection methods for AI impersonation
- Documentation requirements for AI-assisted work
- Incident response for AI-related concerns
For Students:
- Responsible AI tool usage for learning
- Critical evaluation of AI-generated content
- Understanding AI manipulation techniques
- Reporting procedures for AI concerns
For Parents:
- Home guidelines for AI tool usage
- Age-appropriate AI access considerations
- Monitoring strategies for AI platforms
- Supporting critical thinking about AI content
5. Implementation Planning
Collaborative Activity: Creating Action Plans
For Staff:
- Department-specific implementation strategies
- Role-specific responsibilities
- Documentation and reporting procedures
- Continuous improvement mechanisms
For Students:
- Personal digital safety commitments
- Peer support initiatives
- Student leadership opportunities
- Digital citizenship projects
For Parents:
- Family technology plans
- Home implementation schedules
- Communication strategies
- Progress monitoring approaches
Workshop Materials
Take-Home Resources:
- Digital Safety Implementation Guide (audience-specific versions)
- Tool Assessment Templates
- Policy Quick Reference Cards
- Incident Response Flowcharts
- AI Safety Checklist
Digital Resources:
- Workshop recording (password protected)
- Interactive assessment tools
- Template library
- Resource hub with regular updates
Follow-Up Support
- Monthly drop-in clinics for implementation support
- Quarterly update webinars on emerging threats
- Online community for sharing best practices
- Annual refresher workshops with new content
Evaluation Metrics
- Pre/post knowledge assessment
- Implementation success tracking
- Incident reduction measurement
- Confidence level surveys
- Practical application observations
Let us know how you get on. And of course if you need any help Cornerstone Safeguarding and Patronus Safeguarding will be delighted to help you.