Wise up to the web

THE Baillieu government has recently launched a new cyber safety initiative to assist local youth to stay safe online.
The $3.6 million webWise initiative was developed in response to growing community concern around the challenges young people face online.
Cyber bullying, social media risks and sexting are key issues this initiative will tackle through workshops and training delivered by young peer educators who have expertise in cybersafety.
The webWise initiative will target young Victorians who may need additional support to navigate online environments safely.
The four-year initiative is designed to educate young people up to the age of 25 to be smart, safe and responsible when using the internet and other technologies.
For more information on webWise go to www.dhs.vic.gov.au and for tips on cyber safety go to www.youthcentral.vic.gov.au.
Inga Peulich,
South Eastern Metropolitan Region MP