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child protection

Alabama missed a chance to regulate AI image abuse

April 18, 2026

Alabama lawmakers had a simple task last session: pass a bill that would stop tech companies from using AI to create and share sexual images of people without their consent. Instead, the bill died in committee, leaving Alabamians—especially women and kids—vulnerable to a growing problem. Right now,

health

Avoiding Dog Danger: Smart Moves for When a Loose Pup Appears

April 13, 2026

When summer rolls in and families head outdoors, it’s easy to forget the basics of staying safe around dogs. A recent spike in attacks in Metro Detroit has reminded people that understanding a dog’s signals can keep everyone out of harm’s way. The first thing to remember is that dogs communicate th

politics

Guarding Kids and Cutting Recess: Ohio’s New Focus

March 12, 2026

Ohio’s newest governor took the stage to talk mostly about kids. He called for new rules on technology and said schools should use phonics, a reading method that focuses on sounds. The speech was long—over an hour—but he barely mentioned the big worries Ohio people care about, like taxes or jobs. Ea

education

When Educators Meet Different Cultures: A Look at Child Protection

January 3, 2026

Child protection workers often face challenges. One big challenge is cultural countertransference. This is when a worker's personal biases or cultural background affects how they interact with kids and families from different backgrounds. It's not talked about much, but it's important. A recent stu

crime

Roblox Under Fire: Florida's Fight for Kids' Safety

December 13, 2025

Florida is making a big move against Roblox. They say the game lets adults pretend to be kids. This makes it easy for them to talk to real children. The state claims Roblox is not doing enough to stop this. Investigators made fake accounts for kids aged 7, 8, and 10. They found these accounts could

politics

EU's Shift on Tech and Child Protection: A Balancing Act

November 26, 2025

The EU has taken a step back from its initial plan to make tech giants like Google and Meta actively detect and remove child sexual abuse material online. This decision, made by EU member states, is a significant change from the stricter rules proposed by the European Parliament in 2023. The new app

technology

Protecting Kids from AI Chatbot Risks: Is It Enough?

November 3, 2025

AI chatbots are everywhere, and many young people use them daily. But are these tools safe for kids? One company, Character. AI, recently decided to block users under 18. This move was praised as a big step forward. However, for some families, it's too little, too late. A Texas mom, Mandi Furniss,

education

Schools in Zimbabwe Take a Stand Against Violence

July 6, 2025

In Zimbabwe, a unique effort is underway to tackle violence in schools. The focus is on Catholic-run primary schools, where a program called Safe Schools is being developed. This program aims to reduce violence from teachers and bullying among students. It's not just about creating a new program but

health

How Brazil's Safety Net for Young Victims Works and Where It Falls Short

March 26, 2025

Brazil has a system in place to protect kids and teens from violence. This system is supposed to make sure their rights are upheld. To understand how well it works, a detailed review was done. This review looked at many studies from the Virtual Health Library and CAPES journals. The main question wa

sports

NASCAR Teams Up with Homeland Security to Fight Online Child Abuse

January 16, 2025

Imagine if your favorite sport's heroes joined forces with the government to tackle a major societal issue. That's exactly what NASCAR has done by teaming up with the Department of Homeland Security. The issue at hand? Online child sexual exploitation and abuse, often shortened to CSA. As technology