The World Bank announced today a $93 billion replenishment
package of the International Development Association (IDA) to help
low-income countries respond to the COVID-19 crisis and build a greener,
more resilient, and inclusive future. The financing brings together $23.5
billion of contributions from 48 high- and middle-income countries with
financing raised in the capital markets, repayments, and the World Bank’s
own contributions.
SAMHSA
is now accepting applications for the first-ever SAMHSA Harm Reduction Grant Program
and expects to issue $30 million in grant awards. This funding,
authorized by the American Rescue Plan, will help increase access
to a range of community harm reduction services and support harm
reduction service providers as they work to help prevent overdose
deaths and reduce health risks often associated with drug use.
Ways Parents Can Encourage Positive Digital
Behavior and Prevent Cyberbullying
As the weather cools and schools close for
winter break, your child may spend more time inside. More
time inside can mean more time online. Worried about the
risks of cyberbullying? There are things you can do to
encourage positive digital behavior in kids.
As a parent, you can create trust with your children by
starting honest conversations. A discussion with your child
is an opportunity to communicate values. Establish
expectations about your family’s digital behavior and
explain what is appropriate to view or share online. Make
sure your child knows which apps can and cannot be used.
Make time to check in with your child about their
experiences online. Talk to them about their interactions
and address any risks of cyberbullying. Be clear that you
are trying to look out for them and that you want to have
open dialogue with them. Listen to their concerns and share
your point of view.
To minimize the risk of cyberbullying or harm from digital
behavior, parents can:
Set clear expectations
about how to represent yourself and treat others
online
Learn about the harmful
effects of cyberbullying and potential legal issues,
like hate speech and sexting
Be clear about what
content can be viewed or shared
Identify which apps are
appropriate for your child’s use and which are not
Limit the amount of time
that a child can spend online or on their devices
Model positive,
respectful digital behavior on your own devices and
accounts