|
This section provides you with information and links to non-profit and government organizations as well as Web sites that can provide further information on issues relating to cyber security for all ages.
American Society of Industrial Security
ASIS International, with more than 34,000 members, is the largest international organization for professionals responsible for security, including managers and directors of security. In addition, corporate executives and other management personnel, as well as consultants, architects, attorneys, and federal, state, and local law enforcement, are becoming involved with ASIS to better understand the constant changes in security issues and solutions Cyber Security Industry Alliance.
Anti-Phishing Working Group
The Anti-Phishing Working Group (APWG) is an industry association focused on eliminating the identity theft and fraud that result from the growing problem of phishing and email spoofing. The organization provides a forum to discuss phishing issues, define the scope of the phishing problem in terms of hard and soft costs, and share information and best practices for eliminating the problem.
California Office of Privacy Protection
California is the first state to have an agency dedicated to promoting and protecting the privacy rights of consumers. Created by legislation enacted in 2000, the Office of Privacy Protection opened in 2001.
Center for Democracy and Technology
The Center for Democracy and Technology works to promote democratic values and constitutional liberties in the digital age. With expertise in law, technology, and policy, CDT seeks practical solutions to enhance free expression and privacy in global communications technologies. CDT is dedicated to building consensus among all parties interested in the future of the Internet and other new communications media.
Computer Security Institute (CSI)
Computer Security Institute (CSI) is the world's leading membership organization specifically dedicated to serving and training the information, computer and network security professional. Since 1974, CSI has been providing education and aggressively advocating the critical importance of protecting information assets.
Congress.org
Congress.org allows users to identify and contact elected leaders in Congress, the White House, and state legislatures.
Cyber Security Industry Alliance
CSIA is the only advocacy group dedicated to ensuring the privacy, reliability and integrity of information systems through public policy, technology, education and awareness.
Electronic Frontier Foundation
Based in San Francisco, EFF is a donor-supported membership organization working to protect our fundamental rights regardless of technology; to educate the press, policymakers and the general public about civil liberties issues related to technology; and to act as a defender of those liberties. Among our various activities, EFF opposes misguided legislation, initiates and defends court cases preserving individuals' rights, launches global public campaigns, introduces leading edge proposals and papers, hosts frequent educational events, engages the press regularly, and publishes a comprehensive archive of digital civil liberties information at one of the most linked-to websites in the world.
Electronic Privacy Information Center (EPIC)
EPIC is a public interest research center in Washington, D.C. It was established in 1994 to focus public attention on emerging civil liberties issues and to protect privacy, the First Amendment, and constitutional values. EPIC publishes an award-winning e-mail and online newsletter on civil liberties in the information age – the EPIC Alert.
Federal Trade Commission on Identity Theft
The Federal Trade Commission offers an identity theft resource online. This website is a one-stop national resource to learn about the crime of identity theft. It provides detailed information to help you Deter, Detect, and Defend against identity theft.
Federal Trade Commission on Privacy
The Identity Theft Resource Center
The Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) is a nonprofit, nationally respected program dedicated exclusively to identity theft. It provides consumer and victim support and advises governmental agencies, legislators and companies about this evolving and growing crime.
The National Security Agency
The National Security Agency/Central Security Service is America's cryptologic organization. It coordinates, directs, and performs highly specialized activities to protect U.S. government information systems and produce foreign signals intelligence information. A high technology organization, NSA is on the frontiers of communications and data processing. It is also one of the most important centers of foreign language analysis and research within the government.
OnGuard Online
OnGuardOnline.gov provides practical tips from the federal government and the technology industry to help you be on guard against Internet fraud, secure your computer, and protect your personal information.
Ponemon Institute
Ponemon Institute conducts independent research, educates leaders from the private and public sectors and verifies the privacy and data protection practices of organization ethics and privacy at Carnegie Mellon University's CIO Institute.
Privacy.Org
Privacy.Org is the site for daily news, information, and initiatives on privacy. This web page is a joint project of the Electronic Privacy Information Center (EPIC) and Privacy International.
The Privacy Foundation
Based in Denver, Colorado the Privacy Foundation services a worldwide audience through publishing research findings at its web site, www.privacyfoundation.org, as well as conducting public seminars on timely privacy issues. The Foundation is affiliated with the University of Denver through the Privacy Center at the University of Denver. The Foundation conducts research and educates the public about technologies that affect personal privacy when improperly implemented. Wireless, digital television, satellite, biometric, and Internet technologies enhance the possible tracking of individuals in ways never before imaginable.
Privacy International
Privacy International (PI) is a human rights group formed in 1990 as a watchdog on surveillance and privacy invasions by governments and corporations. PI is based in London, England, and has an office in Washington, D.C. PI has conducted campaigns and research throughout the world on issues ranging from wiretapping and national security, to ID cards, video surveillance, data matching, medical privacy, and freedom of information and expression.
The Privacy Office of U.S. Department of Homeland Security
The DHS Privacy Office is the first statutorily required Privacy Office at any federal agency whose mission is to minimize the impact on the individual's privacy, particularly the individual's personal information and dignity, while achieving the mission of the Department of Homeland Security. It operates under the direction of the Chief Privacy Officer and Chief Freedom of Information Act Officer, who is appointed by the Secretary. The DHS Privacy Office serves as the steward of Section 222 of the Homeland Security Act, the Privacy Act of 1974, the Freedom of Information Act, the E-Government Act of 2002 and the numerous laws, Executive Orders, court decisions and DHS policies that protect the collection, use, and disclosure of personal and Departmental information.
Privacy Rights Clearinghouse
The Privacy Rights Clearinghouse (PRC) is a nonprofit consumer organization with a two-part mission -- consumer information and consumer advocacy. It was established in 1992 and is based in San Diego, California. It is primarily grant-supported and serves individuals nationwide.
WiredSafety.org
WiredSafety.org is the largest and oldest online safety, education, and help group in the world. Originating in 1995 as a group of volunteers rating websites, it now provides one-to-one help, extensive information, and education to cyberspace users of all ages on a myriad of Internet and interactive technology safety issues. These services are offered through a worldwide organization comprised entirely of volunteers who administer specialized websites and programs. WiredSafety.org volunteers range in age from 18 to 80 and run the gamut from TV personalities, teachers, law enforcement officers, PhD's, writers and librarians to stay-at-home moms, retired persons, and students. WiredSafety.org’s founder and Executive Director, cyberlawyer Parry Aftab, is also an unpaid volunteer. With the exception of its TeenAngels, outreach and speaking programs, all work and help is provided online and free of charge.
The UK’s Fraud Prevention Service
Are You a Safe Cyber Surfer?
Sponsored by the Federal Trade Commission, Are You a Safe Cyber Surfer teaches children about Internet safety with the help of Dewie the Turtle.
Cyber Tree House
Cyber Tree House is an interactive website empowering children to prevent cyber crime through games, activities, and tips.
CyberBully Tips and Shrink the Bully Game with McGruff
Sponsored by McGruff the Crime Dog®, children learn about how to handle cyberbullies and play a game that tests their knowledge of what to do and what not to do while chatting online.
CyberEthics for Kids
The U.S. Department of Justice gives tips and rules about being a good cybercitizen.
iKeepSafe Internet Safety Coalition
The Internet Keep Safe Coalition group teaches basic rules of Internet safety to children and parents, reaching them online and in school.
Internet Safety Tips for Kids from the FBI
The FBI’s Internet Safety Tips for Kids is designed for children to obtain advice about safety and the Internet.
Kids Online Safety Guide by GetNetWise
GetNetWise is a public service brought to you by Internet industry corporations and public interest organizations to help insure that families have safe, educational, and entertaining online experiences.
NetSmartzKids
NetSmartz® is an interactive, educational safety resource from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children® (NCMEC) and Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) to teach children how to stay safer on the Internet.
Online Safety Tips for Kids by the Internet Content Rating Association
The Internet Content Rating Association (ICRA) is an international, non-profit organization of internet leaders working to develop a safer internet.
Safety Tips from Disney’s “Doug’s Adventures Online”
Doug Funnie, a highly popular animated character from the 1990s, provides ten useful tips for kids about Internet safety.
StaySafe.org
StaySafe.org for Kids is an educational site intended to help children understand the safety and security issues that exist online through games, interactive activities, and a virtual community.
StopCyberbullying.org
StopCyberbullying.org is dedicated to protecting children in cyberspace from cybercrimes and abuse, including from each other. This involves protecting them from cyberbullying, hacking, sexual harassment and identity (ID) theft. It also includes protecting children everywhere from Internet-related sexual exploitation. The organization also provides a cyberhelpline to give “netizens” access to free help when they need it via the Internet. Its special team of helpline volunteers is assigned to cases and works one-to-one online to help resolve individual problems and get victims help when they need it.
Surf Swell Island: Adventures in Internet Safety
The Walt Disney Company provides a fun and engaging forum called Surf Swell Island, a place on the Internet where kids and parents can learn about Internet safety.
WiredKids (ages 7-10)
WiredKids is designed to teach kids how to surf safely and how to have fun doing it.
WiredTweens (ages 11-13)
WiredTweens is designed to teach Tweens how to surf safely and how to have fun doing it.
Don’t Believe the Type
Sponsored by the Ad Council and the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, “Don’t Believe the Type” provides teens with knowledge about Internet safety including social networking as well as a tip line for reporting cyber crime.
NetSmartz Workshop for Teens
Sponsored by the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, this website provides Teens with real-life stories regarding internet exploitation, news articles about teens’ online experiences, and a link for reporting cyber crime incidents.
StaySafe.org
StaySafe.org for Teens is an educational site intended to help teens understand the safety and security issues that exist online through news articles, tips on a variety of online security issues, as well as an “Ask the Experts Q&A” section.
TeenAngels.org
Teenangels is a group of 13-18 year-old volunteers that have been specially trained by the local law enforcement, and many other leading safety experts in all aspects of online safety, privacy, and security. After training for six sessions, the Teenangels run unique programs in schools to spread the word about responsible and safe surfing to other teens and younger kids, parents, and teachers. At the urging of Teenangel volunteers, a special group of volunteers will be able to continue as Teenangels after they become 18 years old, & a new group of Teenangels has been formed for those between 11 & 13 years of age. Teenangels was founded in 1999 by leading cyberlawyer Parry Aftab, Executive Director of WiredSafety.org (the world's largest online safety and help organization.
Teens Online Safety Guide by GetNetWise
GetNetWise is a public service brought to you by Internet industry corporations and public interest organizations to help insure that families have safe, educational, and entertaining online experiences.
Wired Teens (ages 14-17)
WiredKids is designed to teach teens how to surf safely and how to have fun doing it.
X-BLOCK
iSafe, the leader in internet safety education, established X-BLOCK, a place for students to hang out, learn about cyber safety and share their online experiences with others.
CyberTipline
The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children provides a cyber tip line for reporting cyber crime as well as valuable resources for obtaining information about Internet child safety.
GetNetWise
GetNetWise’s challenge is to stay "one-click" ahead of would-be pornographers, hackers, child-predators and those who would misuse your family's sensitive information.
Help Delete Online Predators (HDOP)
The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children partnered with the Ad Council to develop the HDOP website, where families can learn how to better protect their children's online lives and help delete online predators by reporting any incidents.
iSafe for Parents
i-SAFE helps educate parents about hazards in cyberspace, and gives them opportunities to spread this valuable information within their communities.
MediaWise Internet Safety Series
Sponsored by the National Institute on Media and the Family, The MediaWise Internet Safety Series brings parents critical information about the real risks for kids online and tools they need to make the most of the Internet for their family.
Net Family News
Net Family News has been reporting on all aspects of children's online safety and technology since 1997. All of its coverage is archived in the website, which is a valuable reference tool.
NetSmartz Workshop for Parents
NetSmartz provides on- and offline learning activities for parents to facilitate discussions with their children and teens about Internet safety.
The Parents’ Child Protection Guide for the Internet
10 Things you can do today to Protect Your Children on the Internet
A Parent’s Guide to Internet Safety from the FBI
The FBI’s, A Parent’s Guide to Internet Safety, provides information about keeping children secure while online.
Parents Section of WiredKids.org
The parents section of WiredKids.org provides essential advice and information to parents to give their kids “net smarts”.
Play It Cyber Safe
Play It Cyber Safe empowers parents to prevent cyber crime through knowledge of the law, their rights and how to avoid misuse of the Internet.
Prevention and Intervention of Cyberbullying
Cyberbully.org mobilizes educators, parents, students, and others to combat online social cruelty.
Staysafe.org for Parents
StaySafe.org for Parents is an educational site intended to help parents understand the safety and security issues that exist online through news articles, tips on a variety of online security issues, a resources center for online security and privacy, and 10 Things Every Parent Should Do.
StaySafeOnline.org
The National Cyber Security Alliance provides simple steps, practices and resources to learn the basics on how to teach children to stay safe on the Internet.
U.S. Department of Educational Technology
The U.S. Department of Educational Technology provides government links to useful internet security information for parents.
Cyberethics for Teachers
A Lesson Plan Outline for Elementary and Middle School Children
CyberSmart!
The CyberSmart! Education Company is dedicated to promoting the new Information and Communication Technology (ICT) skills associated with teaching, learning and living in a connected world.
An Educator’s Guide to Cyberbullying and Cyberthreats
Cyberbully.org mobilizes educators, parents, students, and others to combat online social cruelty.
iSafe for Educators
i-SAFE's education component provides students with dynamic, interactive, up-to-date Internet safety curriculum lessons online, in the classroom, and in the community. These lessons employ peer-to-peer communication and cooperative learning activities to help students retain this valuable information.
Netsmartz Workshop for Educators
Netsmartz Workshop for Educators is to show educators and administrators how to use NetSmartz interactive materials in their classrooms, accumulate more information about Internet safety and technology, and take steps to bring their classrooms into the 21st century.
Play It Cyber Safe for Teachers
Play It Cyber Safe empowers teachers to prevent cyber crime through knowledge of the law, their rights and how to avoid misuse of the Internet.
StaySafeOnline.org for Teachers
Stay Safe Online for Teachers provides information on practices you can teach to help safeguard your student's computers, K-12 Curriculum that educators can use in classrooms, educational materials and other Internet resources.
|
