🚨 Part 1: Recognising Unsafe Digital Situations
1. Aroha receives a message from someone claiming to be 16, asking her to meet up after school at the park. What are the warning signs? (Tick all that apply)
They want to meet in person quickly
They haven't video called or met through whānau
They're asking personal questions about where she lives
They seem too interested in her daily routine
2. Tane's mate sends him a group chat link with people he doesn't know, saying "These guys are cool, join us!" What should Tane do first?
Join immediately to be friendly
Ask his mate more about who these people are
Ignore the message completely
Join but don't share any personal information
3. Kaia gets a DM saying "Send me a photo or I'll share your embarrassing video with everyone at school." This is an example of:
Friendly joking between mates
Digital blackmail/threats
Normal social media behaviour
Someone trying to help
4. List 3 warning signs that someone online might not be who they say they are:
💪 Part 2: Assertive Responses & Support Networks
5. Write what you would say in these situations. Use assertive language (clear, confident, respectful):
Scenario A: Someone keeps asking for your home address after you've said no.
Your response: ________________________________________________
Scenario B: A group chat is sharing mean memes about students at your school.
Your response: ________________________________________________
6. Who are 5 trusted people you could talk to if you felt unsafe or pressured online? Include people from different parts of your life:
1. _________________________________________________
2. _________________________________________________
3. _________________________________________________
4. _________________________________________________
5. _________________________________________________
7. Match the digital safety strategy to the situation:
Screenshot evidence
Block and report
Tell a trusted adult
Change privacy settings
Someone won't stop messaging you
Strangers can see your posts
You're being threatened online
Someone sends inappropriate content
🎯 Part 3: Real-World Action Plan
8. Create your personal digital safety plan. Think about your whānau values and what feels right for you:
My digital boundaries are: (What I will/won't share, who I'll talk to online)
If I feel unsafe online, my action steps are:
Step 1: _____________________________________________
Step 2: _____________________________________________
Step 3: _____________________________________________
9. Design a simple poster or symbol in the box below that reminds you to "Think Before You Share". Include a short slogan or whakataukī (proverb):
