| Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Members | $295.00 |
Description
We welcome Nicky Sloss, Manager of the Education Sectors—Education, Prevention and Inclusion Branch at the eSafety Commission, who will be joined by AISWA staff to present this face-to-face session designed for school leaders and staff who work in wellbeing and child safety and want to learn more about the eSafety Commission, its resources, and its support from both a proactive and reactive perspective.
The session will cover:
- Ways schools can promote and participate in eSafety
- Education resources, best practice framework and information for schools
- eSafety’s role and reporting schemes Information in eSafety space regarding AI (artificial intelligence), sextortion, cyberbullying, inappropriate images and how that is affecting our students
- Support and application from an AISWA perspective
Outcomes
- Understand the Role of eSafety in Schools: Gain insights into the eSafety Commission's role and reporting schemes to support proactive and reactive child safety measures.
- Explore Best Practices and Resources: Learn about education resources and best practice frameworks provided by the eSafety Commission to enhance well-being and child safety in schools.
- Address Emerging eSafety Challenges: Develop awareness of issues related to AI, sextortion, cyberbullying, inappropriate images, and their impact on students.
- Promote School Participation in eSafety Initiatives: Identify strategies for schools to actively promote and participate in eSafety programs and initiatives.
- Apply AISWA-Specific Support: Understand how AISWA can assist in the practical application of eSafety resources and address wellbeing and child safety challenges.
Presenters
Lynne Nixon (AISWA Staff)
Consultant | Child Protection
Lynne joined the Inclusive Education team at AISWA in April 2017. Her roles have included Inclusive Education Consultant, Inclusive Education Coordinator, and currently Consultant - Child Protection. She has experience in various school roles, particularly in disability and leadership. As a Principal, Lynne was passionate about creating an inclusive school culture and quality teaching. She has supported and mentored school leaders, and assisted with school registration, especially in child protection and disabilities.
Lynne now supports all AISWA schools in child safety and protection. She is the AISWA contact for inquiries related to child abuse, including mandatory reporting, and collaborates with other child protection agencies.
Nicky Sloss
Originally a (PD) HPE teacher and Head of Sport, Nicky became a Head of Wellbeing before working at AISNSW as the Senior Wellbeing Consultant for close to 10 years. She has more than 20 years of experience working as an education specialist, supporting schools both in Australia and overseas. Nicky is experienced in project management, having worked on statewide initiatives and government-funded projects with links to student safety, mental health, and wellbeing before moving to eSafety.
Nicky is currently the Manager of eSafety’s Education team. This team oversees eSafety’s National Online Safety Education Council representing all three education sectors in each State and Territory, the eSafety Youth Council and eSafety’s work supporting the tertiary sector.
The Education Sectors team ensures that young people’s voice is front and centre in program and policy development and supports targeted and contemporary online safety resources and professional learning for educators.
In her role, Nicky and eSafety colleagues work with ACARA, and other state-based curriculum authorities and professional bodies, to provide support and advice to ensure that online safety education curriculum and curriculum connections reflect best practice and incorporates the latest themes and evidence.
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Segments
Day 1
Date / Time
26 Feb 2025 Starts: 09:00 Finishes: 12:00Delivery Format : In Person
AISWA
Address41 Walters Drive
Osborne Park WA 6017
Australia