Facebook has long been adamant about preventing cyberbullying, and the company announced recently that more controls are in place so teens can feel safer on the social network.
Facebook Adds Controls To Curb Cyberbullying
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Only about half of all parents are aware of cyberbullying incidents involving their children, in part because more kids are accessing Facebook using chat applications and cell phones away from their family.
Facebook Offers Grants For Anti-Bullying Research
Educational institutions and non-profit organizations can apply for research grants from Facebook on the topic of bullying prevention. The deadline is next month and funds will be awarded in October.
Time Warner Joins Facebook's Fight Against Bullying
Time Warner has joined Facebook’s ongoing battle against bullying.
Facebook Safety Software Aims To Protect Youths
Companies are catching on that keeping Facebook profiles safe is big business, and more software is being created to help scan the content and friends list of users.
France Wants To Kick Bullies Off Of Facebook
France’s education minister and Facebook have reached an agreement to close the accounts of anyone accused of bullying through Facebook. But how will they enforce it?
Australian Flood Survivor Attacked, Bullied on Facebook
A cruel Facebook page drew attention to the physical beating given to an Australian boy after his family was killed in a flash flood.
Facebook Adds More Ways To Report Bullies
Facebook is expanding options for reporting instances of abuse and bullying on the site.
Obamas Team Up With Facebook Against Bullying
Barack and Michelle Obama are addressing the topic of bullying, both cyber and otherwise, in a White House summit that will livestream on Facebook tomorrow.
Facemash Wannabe Stirs Waters In Beaver County
Police in Pennsylvania are investigating yet another high-school student’s Facebook page that outlined the sexual antics of underage girls. Only this time they happen to live in Beaver County, outside of Pittsburgh.
