West Virginia students learn online safety through new S.W.A.T. program
CHARLESTON, W.Va. –During the 2025-26 school year, students in grades three through 12 learned about online and social media safety as a result of legislation passed by the West Virginia Legislature. The S.W.A.T. (Safety While Accessing Technology) bill was passed during the 2024 legislative session. It required the state Department of Education to develop a S.W.A.T. […]
Major Victory for Child Protection: TAKE IT DOWN Act Signed into Law
On May 19, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed the TAKE IT DOWN Act into law—a major milestone in the fight against child sexual exploitation online. This law requires the removal of non-consensual images, including AI-generated deepfakes, within 48 hours of a victim’s request. Together with our partner Skyll, Safe Surfin’ is actively deploying technology […]
Senator Jim Justice Commends Safe Surfin’ in West Virginia
U.S. Senator Jim Justice recently praised the Safe Surfin’ Foundation for its impactful work in West Virginia schools. In a letter dated June 18, 2025, he recognized Safe Surfin’ for protecting children from online dangers like cyberbullying and AI deep fakes, and for staying ahead of emerging digital threats. He highlighted the successful Cyber S.W.A.T. program […]
Supporting West Virginia Officers with Online Safety Training
On April 29, we announced an exciting partnership with the Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office in West Virginia. Sheriff Frank Priddy, Chief Deputy Frankie Shelton, and Regional Manager Jim Hale are collaborating to enhance Internet safety education. This initiative aims to combat online predators, curb the spread of harmful content, and promote positive digital engagement. As part of […]
Safe Surfin’ and Skyll Advocate for Online Safety on Capitol Hill
Eddie Worth and Graeme Page pause for a quick photo outside Senator John Kennedy’s office (SR-437) in Washington, D.C., as they prepare to step in for an important conversation. Proudly representing the mission and values of both the Safe Surfin’ Foundation and Skyll, this visit underscores our ongoing efforts to build strong partnerships in the […]
Protecting Our Children in a Digital World: A New Partnership in Raleigh County
At the Safe Surfin’ Foundation, our mission has always been clear and close to our hearts: to implement and continually support internet safety education globally for all children by providing training, technical assistance, and educational materials at no cost. Today, we’re excited to share an incredible step forward in that mission. We’re proud to announce our new […]
Safe Surfin’ Showcases AI Safety Curriculum at MMIP Summit
Leaders from the Safe Surfin’ Foundation and Skyll recently presented their groundbreaking AI-driven online safety curriculum at the 3rd Annual Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) Summit. Held in California, the summit brought together law enforcement, tribal leaders, and community advocates to address the urgent need for better protection and awareness surrounding Missing and Murdered […]
Virginia Investigators See Surge in Tips Reporting Online Chid Exploitation ‘Exponential growth’ causes concern
View video below. BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. – Recent arrests in the area have highlighted the persistent problem of child exploitation online. Investigators with the Southern Virginia Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, or ICAC, said they’ve seen a major increase in the number of tips they’re tracking down — from an estimated 2,000 in 2019 to […]
Study Reveals: 1 in 12 Children Face Online Sexual Exploitation
A new study from Georgia State University’s School of Public Health and the Childlight Global Child Safety Institute estimates that 1 in 12 children worldwide have experienced online sexual exploitation or abuse. Published in The Lancet Child and Adolescent Health, the research analyzed over 120 studies from 57 countries, revealing that 8.1% of children globally […]
The Dangers of Roblox
Dave Coffey, Regional Manager West at Safe Surfin’ Foundation, highlights the hidden risks children face on the popular online game Roblox. While promoting creativity, the game also exposes young players to dangers such as inappropriate communication, grooming, and explicit content. Predators exploit the platform’s anonymity to target vulnerable users, underscoring the importance of supervision and […]