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Join Digital Waitaha at the Ashburton Library to learn all about digital wellbeing and safety for rangatahi (teens/youth).All members of the whanau are welcome to join us for youth performances, workshops, guest speakers, prize and free stuff!
Our guest speakers include child development experts, digital citizenship experts, Digital Waitaha Youth and youth ambassadors.
10.15am - 3.30pm
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**Please note that youth under 16 must attend with a caregiver.
?Sextortion Panel 12:15-1pm
? Wakanui Room
https://events.humanitix.com/web-wise-wellness-expo-2024-sextortion-panel
Join us for a compelling and crucial panel at our Web Wise Wellness Expo, held in a private room to ensure a safe and respectful environment. In this session, brave youth from Canterbury and beyond will discuss the pressing issue of sextortion and its impact on young people. Gain invaluable insights into how sextortion occurs and explore practical ways to support our youth in navigating these challenges. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from real experiences and contribute to a vital conversation on digital safety and wellbeing.
?Youth Online Risk 10:30 - 11 am
? Wakanui Room
https://events.humanitix.com/web-wise-wellness-expo-2024-youth-online-risks-panel
Join us at the Web Wise Wellness Expo for an eye-opening session on the various online risks that youth encounter in today's digital landscape. In this session, we will discuss recent research from year 5-8 students who generously detailed the risks they and their friends have faced online. Learn about the real-world challenges our youth encounter and discover effective strategies to help them navigate the digital world safely. This session promises to provide valuable insights and practical advice for parents, educators, and young people alike.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
2 Baring Square East, Ashburton 7700, Ashburton, New Zealand 7700, New Zealand