SOCIAL MEDIA CAMPAIGN

GRADE 11 GRADE HEAD

“Tagged”Before tagging starts

dragging you down, use these valuable pointers to ensure you don’t become

a victim.

Do’s and Don’ts of Social Media Use

Do’sMake use of privacy settings

on the various forms of social media

Do’s of Social Media Use

Have a reasonable profile picture

Do’s of Social Media Use

Be mindful of who you tag in photos

Share important news with friends or family first before posting it on social media

Don’ts of Social Media Use

Break up with someone or have a public argument with someone on Social Media

Don’ts of Social Media Use

Post embarrassing/ suggestive/ explicit/ nude pictures of yourself or anyone else

Don’ts of Social Media Use Post information that can

be used against you Post anything too

personal on someone’s wall

Friend someone you don’t know in real life

Post anything which may hurt a friend’s relationship or career

Consequences of Social Media Abuse

Bullying

Psychological Impact (depression etc)

Tarnished reputation

Consequences of Social Media Abuse

Negative emotions – anger, hurt, frustration

Legal Implications – Child pornography, harassment, deformation of character

How can you protect yourself?

Knowledge is power! Gain knowledge about privacy settings and how to use them.

How can you protect yourself?

Accept invites from family members so that they can help monitor your social media involvement

How can you protect yourself?

Think before you ink BUT think MOST before you POST! Don’t update statuses when angry or overly emotional – THINK OF THE CONSEQUENCES

How can you protect yourself?

Report anything you feel uncomfortable with immediately!

IMPORTANT RULE:

APPLY THE SAME COURTESY, RESPECT AND DECORUM YOU WOULD IN REAL LIFE