Safe Surfin’ Foundation Supports Buffalo Mountain Martial Arts on Journey to World Championships
Safe Surfin’ Foundation has presented a sponsorship check to Buffalo Mountain Martial Arts, helping two young local athletes compete at the World Kickboxing Association World Championships in Dover, Delaware, this October.
Virginia Observes First Internet Safety and Online Predator Awareness Day
FLOYD, Va. — Virginia will observe its first official Internet Safety and Online Predator Awareness Day on August 1, 2026, following the passage of House Joint Resolution 36 during the 2026 General Assembly. The day will now be recognized across the Commonwealth every year on August 1. To mark the milestone, Delegate Wendell Walker will […]
Safe Surfin’ Foundation Visits Chowan University to Present Cyber S.W.A.T. Program
The Safe Surfin’ Foundation recently had the opportunity to visit Chowan University to present the Cyber S.W.A.T. program and discuss future partnership opportunities focused on online safety, cybersecurity awareness, student leadership, and community outreach. The visit brought together representatives from the foundation and Chowan University’s leadership team for a productive conversation about how the two […]
Cop-in-a-Box Unit Presented to Galax Police Department to Combat Online Predators
Safe Surfin’ Foundation presents Cop-in-a-Box unit to Galax Police Department, empowering local law enforcement to combat online predators and protect children.
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 […]