Session 4: When Online Feels Unsafe (Cyberbullying and Response)

Even with good habits, unsafe situations can still happen online. This session is about cyberbullying, rude or threatening messages, fake links and scams, saving proof, blocking and reporting, and talking to trusted adults.
Session Objective
By the end of this session, you will be able to:
Recognise unsafe online behaviour.
Understand what cyberbullying and scams look like.
Know how to save proof such as screenshots.
Know when to tell a trusted adult.
Know basic reporting options.
What can go wrong online?
Risk
Description
Cyberbullying
Mean comments, threats, and repeated insults.
Fake Messages
Prize claims, fake verification, and urgent warnings.
Privacy Misuse
Someone sharing your photo or personal details wrongly.
Account Misuse
Someone trying to get your password or OTP.
Stress from Overuse
Feeling upset, tired, or confused after being online for too long.
What should you do first?
S.T.A.R.R. Action Plan for Online Safety
Stop: Do not reply in anger or fear. Take a moment to pause.
Take Screenshots: Save evidence of the conversation or incident immediately.
Avoid: Block the person to stop further contact.
Reach Out: Tell a trusted adult, staff member, or counselor who can help.
Report: Use the platform's official tools to flag the harmful behavior.
Story: Imran and the game chat
Imran is 17 and plays online games. A stranger in the game chat asks him for a photo and offers free coins. When Imran does not respond, the stranger becomes rude and sends threatening messages. Imran does not argue. He takes screenshots, blocks the user, and tells a staff member. The staff member helps him report the account and reminds him that speaking up was the right step.
Activity 1: True or False
Cyberbullying only happens on social media.
☐ True ☐ False
If something online feels wrong, it is better to stay silent.
☐ True ☐ False
Screenshots can be useful proof.
☐ True ☐ False
A trusted adult can help you report online trouble.
☐ True ☐ False
It is okay to share your OTP to stop someone from being angry.
☐ True ☐ False
Activity 2: Safe response or not?
Replying angrily to a rude message.
☐ Safe Response ☐ Not a Safe Response
Taking a screenshot of a threatening chat.
☐ Safe Response ☐ Not a Safe Response
Sharing your password to avoid conflict.
☐ Safe Response ☐ Not a Safe Response
Blocking a stranger who keeps messaging you.
☐ Safe Response ☐ Not a Safe Response
Telling a staff member or trusted adult.
☐ Safe Response ☐ Not a Safe Response
Deleting all evidence before telling anyone.
☐ Safe Response ☐ Not a Safe Response
Activity 3: Practice Your Online Safety Responses
Match each situation with the correct response from the options below.
Situation
Response
Rude repeated messages
____________________
Suspicious link
____________________
Someone asks for password or OTP
____________________
Fake prize message
____________________
Harassing chat
____________________
Response Options:
Block and tell a trusted adult
Do not click and report
Do not share
Delete and warn others
Save screenshots and report
Activity 4: Fill in the blanks
If something online feels wrong, first ____________________.
Take a ____________________ if you need proof.
Do not share your ____________________ or OTP.
Tell a ____________________ adult.
Report the problem on the platform or through the right ____________________.
Healthy online habits
Healthy Online Habits
Online Habits to Avoid
● Taking breaks from screen time
● Staying online very late every day
● Talking to someone if a message upsets you
● Checking messages again and again when you feel stressed
● Keeping some offline time for sleep, study, and rest
 
Quick recap
Core Concept
Recommended Practice
Unsafe Situations
Do not ignore them; take immediate action.
Gathering Evidence
Save proof (like screenshots) before deleting chats or posts.
Taking Action
Block the user, report the issue, and inform a trusted adult.
Data Privacy
Never share passwords, OTPs, or personal details.
Digital Well-being
Practice healthy screen habits to protect your well-being.
One line to remember
Do not stay silent. Stop, save, block, and speak up.