Online Digital and Cyber Safety Session at Peery MSI Thottanaval Secondary School

FLO Chennai Legal team conducted an insightful session on Online Digital and Cyber Safety at Peery MSI Thottanaval Secondary School in Kanchipuram District. The session saw active participation from 150 students ranging from Class X to Plus 2.

Ms. Subathra Mylsamy, Managing Partner at Mylsamy Associates LLP, addressed the students and staff, focusing on critical aspects of digital and cyber safety.

Key Highlights:

• Screen Time Usage: Ms. Mylsamy outlined the screen time usage patterns of children aged 15 to 24, based on UNICEF
  data. She discussed both the benefits and potential risks that come with digital engagement.
• Cyber Threats: She elaborated on the various cyber security threats students might encounter, including cyber bullying, online
  harassment, privacy breaches, online scams, data misuse, and identity theft. Real-life incidents were shared to emphasize the
  seriousness of these issues and their impact on young minds.
• Mental Health: The session also covered the significant issue of online addiction and its mental health
  consequences, highlighting
  the broader impact on society.
• Safety Measures: Practical advice was provided on how to avoid falling into cyber traps, along with information on
  how and to whom complaints can be lodged.

The session was highly informative, equipping students with the knowledge to navigate the digital world safely and responsibly.

The engaging presentation style and real-life examples used by Ms. Mylsamy made a lasting impact on the students, reinforcing the importance of cyber safety.

Number of people impacted: 150 students