5 Things to Teach Your Kids About Predators with Michael Buraimoh
Easy Prey29 Nov 2023

5 Things to Teach Your Kids About Predators with Michael Buraimoh

Many parents assume that their children will never be groomed by a predator and then miss the opportunity to educate their kids on the techniques that are used. Every child, regardless of gender, can be manipulated and tricked into making poor choices and put themselves in dangerous situations. Today's guest is Michael Buraimoh. Michael joined Breck Foundation as CEO in January 2022. He is dedicated to the foundation's mission to create a better online world for children and young people and is helping take the foundation's important work to new heights. He is an author, and having his own children inspires him to create a safer digital world for them to grow up in.

Show Notes:
  • [1:01] - Michael shares the background and the reason behind the creation of the Breck Foundation.

  • [4:02] - Michael's own background is in criminal justice, specifically with young people.

  • [6:23] - It is crucial that parents are honest and open with their children about this discussion.

  • [7:51] - Ignore the misconceptions about grooming.

  • [10:37] - Safety doesn't mean having to put every form of digital activity aside. Parents need to be involved.

  • [12:07] - Trust is the key to ensuring that a child will tell their parents things that are happening online.

  • [14:05] - There are signs to look out for that could be indicative of something going on.

  • [16:32] - It can be hard to determine what is unsafe and what is normal teenage conversations, but it's important to be aware of red flags.

  • [18:11] - Young people now are digital natives. They have to be able to engage online.

  • [19:52] - There is a place and time for parental controls and limiting access, but relationships are far more important.

  • [21:42] - The Breck Foundation educates parents but also the children and young people themselves.

  • [23:08] - Young people need to know that if someone is trying to isolate them from their friends and family through secret conversations, something isn't right.

  • [24:52] - Look for a trusted adult to report to. For parents, contact authorities.

  • [28:30] - Screenshot, shutdown, and report. The Breck Foundation has a lot of resources for this education.

  • [31:51] - Play virtually, but live real.

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