Mark Lloyd

There is a safeguarding story unfolding in plain sight — and too many adults are still missing it. When we talk about online sexual harm, the conversation often still centres on girls, harmful content and damaging influencers. That risk remains real. But it is no longer the whole picture. Why we need to talk to boys about sextortion now A growing number of children are being targeted online through sexual coercion, manipulation and blackmail — and most of them are boys. This matters because...

Media coverage of online communities and their influence on attitudes and behaviour Recent media coverage—most notably the Netflix documentary Inside the Manosphere and the BBC’s Men of the Manosphere—has cast a harsh spotlight on a sprawling digital subculture. For many parents and educators, these programs offer a "truly terrifying" glimpse into a world where misogyny is not just present, but monetized and algorithmic. But as the headlines fade, schools and families are left with the...

How digital harms are shaping behaviour and attitudes and impacting safeguarding The Department for Education has recently released the draft for Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2026. This statutory guidance is the "safeguarding bible" for schools, and the latest revisions signal a major shift in how we protect children from rapidly evolving digital risks. With the public consultation open until 22 April 2026, it is vital for both school staff and parents to understand these...