Upcoming Parent and Carer Information Sessions
Please see below a list of parent and carer information webinars, offered by reputable providers over the coming weeks. These webinars are free to attend and may assist parents and carers in supporting the learning and wellbeing of their child. For more information relating to these webinars, please click on the host and registration links provided.
In addition, parents and carers can access School TV at any time via their child’s school’s website, by typing ‘School TV’ in the search function (there, you will short videos, fact sheets and special reports on a variety of topics including Cyber Safety, Mental Health, Positive Parenting, School Survival, Diversity and Inclusion and Health Bodies).
August
Understanding AI Companions: What parents and carers need to know
Thursday 28 August 12.30pm – 1.15pm
AI chatbots and companions that act like friends or partners are becoming more common – but they can be risky to children and young people.
This 45-minute webinar will explore:
- what AI companions are
- the risks to look out for and how to talk to your child about them.
It’s suitable for parents and carers of upper primary and high school students.
Hosted by: eSafety Commissioner
September
Understanding and using parental controls to help protect your child online
Tuesday 2 September, 3.30pm- 4.15pm
Parental controls can be a useful addition to the strategies you use to help protect your child online.
Parental controls can help keep children and young people by preventing access to harmful content, managing time spent online and who they communicate with.
Join us at this 45-minute webinar to find out about:
- the types of parental controls available and how to use them for your child’s safety including smart devices, in apps, gaming platforms and computers
- using parental controls with other online safety strategies to help your child build digital and critical skills to have safer experiences online.
It’s suitable for parents and carers of children in primary school.
Hosted by: eSafety Commissioner
Digital Media Literacy & Safety (Part III)
Wednesday 3 September, 7.30pm- 8.30pm
Join with leading Australian experts, Susan McLean and Dr Michael Carr-Gregg, as they share invaluable insights on how to empower young people to navigate the online world safely and responsibly.
Topics in this webinar include:
- New Social Media Regulations
- Digital Footprint and Reputation
- Screen Time and Brain Development
- Parental Controls
It’s suitable for parents and carers of children in primary school.
Hosted by: SchoolTV
Sexual extortion: What parents and carers need to know
Tuesday 9 September, 12.00pm – 12.45pm
Sexual extortion or ‘sextortion’ is a form of blackmail where someone threatens to share a nude or sexual image or video of a person unless their demands are met. Sexual extortion is a serious, growing online concern, especially for young people. But what exactly is it? What conversations may help prevent it and how can you support your child if they’re targeted?
This 45-minute webinar will explain:
- what sexual extortion is – the impacts and potential harms sexual extortion may have on young people
- strategies to support young people who may experience sexual extortion, including how to respond and access support; and
- how to encourage safer and more positive online interactions.
It’s suitable for parents and carers of young people in upper primary and secondary school.
Hosted by: eSafety Commissioner
Nurturing Strengths: Unlocking your child’s potential
Wednesday 10 September, 12.30pm- 1.15pm
- This webinar empowers parents to recognise and nurture their child’s unique strengths and talents, guiding them toward greater confidence, motivation, and resilience.Parents learn how to observe their children’s natural abilities, encourage self-expression, and create hands-on opportunities that align with their interests.
It’s suitable for parents and carers of children in primary school.
Hosted by: Catholic Council of School Parents NSW/ACT, and presented by Beyond
Understanding AI Companions: What parents and carers need to know
Thursday 11 September, 1.00pm1.45pm
AI chatbots and companions that act like friends or partners are becoming more common – but they can be risky to children and young people.
This 45-minute webinar will explore:
- what AI companions are
- the risks to look out for and how to talk to your child about them.
It’s suitable for parents and carers of upper primary and high school students.
Hosted by: eSafety Commissioner
October
Safe Gaming for Kids: Building Boundaries for Positive Play
Thursday 23 October, 7.30pm
Are you worried about your child spending too much time gaming? Not sure how to set boundaries without causing conflict? Then this webinar is for you.
What you’ll learn:
– Simple strategies to help manage your child’s gaming habits.
– How to set healthy boundaries that everyone can stick to.
– Tips to ensure your child forms a positive, balanced relationship with online games.
We’ll equip you with the tools and confidence to create a safe, fun gaming environment for your kids.
Hosted by: The Cyber Safety Project
