What is harassment?
Harassment is when someone bothers you or makes you feel uncomfortable or unsafe. It can happen online or in person, and it's never okay.

What does it feel like to be safe?
Being safe means feeling comfortable, calm, and in control. You should feel like you can trust the people around you and know what to do if something feels wrong. If something doesn’t feel right, talk to a trusted adult.

Things to watch for:

• If someone makes you feel confused, scared, or uncomfortable, even if they’re being nice, pay attention to that feeling.
• If someone is asking you to keep a secret that feels weird or wrong, talk to your parents or guardians right away.
• If an adult tries to spend time with you alone, especially if it makes you feel nervous, find a way to leave the situation and tell a trusted adult.

Tips for staying safe in new places and with new people:
Going to new places and meeting new people can sometimes feel strange or scary, but these tips will help you stay safe:

• Always tell your parents or guardians where you’re going and try to go with a group of people.
• If you meet with a mentor or an adult, take a friend, teammate, parent, or guardian with you.
• Never stay alone in a room with an adult you don’t know well or don’t feel comfortable with.
• If you have a phone, make sure it’s charged and you know who to call if you need help.

Staying Safe Online

The internet can be a great place, but it’s important to stay safe while using it. Here are some tips for keeping yourself protected:

• Follow the age requirements for each social media platform and always ask your parents before you create anything online. Read more in our social media policy.
• Be cautious with strangers: Not everyone online is who they say they are. Avoid sharing too much, especially personal information like addresses and phone numbers, with people you don’t know in real life.
• Privacy settings matter: If you are old enough to have a social media account, make sure that your accounts are private, so only people you trust can see your posts.
• Review and follow these Internet Safety tips and our Social Media Policy.

Remember: you are never alone. There are always people who care and are ready to support you. Stay confident, be yourself, and keep learning!