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NDSU Extension sets free online bullying and safety for kids webinar for Nov. 19

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Nationally recognized educator Erin Walsh will provide training about helping kids navigate online conflict, bullying and drama.
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Parents and other adults frequently raise concerns about the negative fallout that seems all too common when kids are engaged online, whether on social media or other online settings. Such issues now rank as the number one concern for parents, according to national data.

North Dakota State University Extension will address ways to guide and support youth dealing with online conflicts or concerns in an upcoming prevention webinar with educator Erin Walsh, a nationally recognized expert on the topic. The webinar, “Courage Wins: Helping Kids Navigate Online Conflict, Drama, and Cruelty,” will be held on Nov. 19 from noon to 1 p.m. CT.

The hour-long webinar will address concerns of high stress levels experienced by youth due to online conflict and how adults can understand, support and empower them in online settings.

“The goal is to share concrete strategies to help young people disrupt bullying, navigate conflict with skill and practice emotional courage when it matters most – online and offline,” notes Walsh.

“Online stress takes a toll on the health of young people, especially their mental and emotional well-being,” says Sean Brotherson, NDSU Extension family science specialist. “We think this webinar can help parents and youth find helpful strategies to navigate such concerns.”

NDSU Extension parent educators Jacey Wanner (Morton County) and Chelsea Hammond (Cass County) will coordinate the webinar.

The educational opportunity is free and open to parents, family members, teachers or other adults involved with youth. Anyone interested in the topic can register. Continuing education units (CEUs) are available for occupational therapists, social workers and counselors.

Registration is available at ndsu.ag/online-safety26.

For additional information, contact Wanner at jacey.p.wanner@ndsu.edu. Learn more about parent and family education opportunities through NDSU Extension at ndsu.ag/parent-ed-26.

NDSU Agriculture Communication – Nov. 12, 2026

Source: Jacey Wanner, 701-667-3342, jacey.p.wanner@ndsu.edu

Source: Sean Brotherson, 701-231-6143, sean.brotherson@ndsu.edu

Editor: Dominic Erickson, 701-231-5546, dominic.erickson@ndsu.edu