Schools need smarter ways to tackle student radicalisation - expert

Traditional methods of safeguarding children online are no longer effective and schools should make more use of the latest technology, according to cybersecurity experts, Nowcomm.

The Derby-based company, now part of FourNet and one of the select few Cisco Master Security Gold Providers in the UK, is hosting a key webinar next month, highlighting the best ways to protect students from radicalisation.

Taking place online on Wednesday 17 May, the event will focus on how educational institutions can better safeguard students and pupils online by gaining early visibility with the relevant protection, using the latest technology.

Kevin Prone, chief security architect and cisco security ambassador at Nowcomm said: “The Internet is one of the most widely used routes to radicalisation. Eliminating the multiple avenues that radical groups or vulnerable children go through to access radical content and sites can often seem like a losing battle.

“Without the right technology in place, sophisticated routes to infiltrate schools often go undiscovered. By utilising that technology, as we recommend, schools and other educational institutions would have much stronger safeguarding protections in place for our young people. ”

During the webinar, Kevin Prone will explain:

• How radicalisation happens
• Why traditional ways of safeguarding online are no longer effective
• What schools should do now to better safeguard your children

To join Nowcomm 's informative 1 hour free practical session please, register via this link.