What Our Partners Are Saying
Klaas Kids Foundation
Marc Klaas, Founder
"For years predators exploited the dark side of the Internet
while society turned a blind eye. This unfortunate dynamic produced
a dangerous environment that threatens every child who goes online.
The Cyber Safety Summit will bridge this gap by producing and discussing
real world solutions that will reduce the risk to children who
access the World Wide Web."
Common Sense Media
Rebecca Randall, Director of Outreach
"Common Sense Media is proud to partner with the Department
of Consumer Affairs and the California Coalition for Internet Safety
to help kids learn how to think critically and make good decisions about
online content and communication. Working together, we know that
we can keep our kids Internet safe and smart."
California School Boards Association
Leslie Jordan, Research Consultant
"As the Internet becomes richer in information and opportunity,
and as children's access to technology grows and improves,
the Internet may become increasingly dangerous for children. The
California School Boards Association is proud to participate in
the Cyber Safety Summit to find ways to protect our students and
to promote the safe, smart, and legal use of the Internet."
California State Sheriffs' Association (CSSA)
San Bernardino County Sheriff Gary Penrod, CSSA President
"California State Sheriffs' Association is very pleased
to participate in the Governor's Cyber Safety Summit for Children.
Computers and the Internet have become such an integral part of our society and
have really become a necessary learning tool in both our homes
and schools. As law enforcement professionals and as parents, we
must make sure that our children have a safe and secure experience
when going online. This summit provides an excellent opportunity
to bring together law enforcement, educators, business leaders
and the public to inform and educate on ways to keep children safe
and deter, prevent and apprehend those who would prey upon our
most vulnerable. We commend the Governor for his efforts on this
issue."
WiredSafety
Parry Aftab Esq., Executive Director--Founder
"What do we do when our kids know more about cyberspace than
we do? We learn from them, of course! The Department of Consumer
Affairs has pulled together some of the most innovative and talented experts
in the field to join forces with one mission in mind - protecting
our kids online and teaching them safe, private and responsible
technology skills. WiredSafety is an all-volunteer charity and
the oldest and largest help group in cyberspace. We also operate
Teenangels.org, a teen and tween group of expert volunteers. After
training for almost a year, they 'get their wings' and
help develop and deliver Internet safe, private and responsible
use programs around the world. They'll share some tips and
tricks and teach us what we need to know. Join us, learn a little
or alot and learn how to protect your family and friends online
and how to get the most from the Internet, safely."
