Cyber Safety

CYBER SAFETY ALERT

We have been made aware of an app that is in use with some of our students at Our Lady's Primary School. The app in question, Discord, has a minimum recommended age of 13+. This app allows users to interact with each other via messaging, video & voice.

ONLINE BULLYING

Bullying online, or ‘cyberbullying’, is similar to offline bullying. Both happen when someone causes mental harm to another person who feels unable to stop it happening, which can also lead to physical suffering. Often cyberbullying is linked to bullying that’s happening offline – for example, a fight at school or in a friend group can spill over onto social media or messaging apps.

Discord has been highlighted as an app that is being used for online bullying. Please stay informed of your child's use of social media platforms to ensure your child is 'safe on socials.' 

For further information about Discord, please click the link below;

https://www.esafety.gov.au/key-topics/esafety-guide/discord