Law firm working to make social media safer

SCHOOLS are being invited to get their students involved in a free, bespoke workshop about the dangers of social media.

Organised by Bedford law firm Cartwright King, director and criminal defence solicitor, Andrew Brumhill will deliver his 'Who Killed Dion' seminar which can be part of schools' PSHCHE curriculum.

The hour-long session aims to make students aware of the dangers of social networking using a real-life case.

During the workshop children will watch a DVD to gather the necessary information required so that they can then participate in an open discussion and be asked questions on who they think 'killed Dion'.

The activity is based on an unfortunate real-life case where the use of social media and networking was involved to organise a gathering in a park to attack the victim.

Students will take on different roles to present arguments for or against the influence of social media in relation to this crime as they debate the case.

Finally Andrew will run a quiz where one lucky student can win a £20 iTunes voucher.

A spokeswoman for the legal firm said: "This bespoke workshop for schools in Bedfordshire highlights Cartwright King's corporate social responsibility by driving community engagement and the awareness of social media in crime.

"We are honoured to be leading this and urge local schools to get involved."

Any teachers wishing to hold one of these events should contact Hayley Siong via email on: hayley.siong@cartwrightking.co.uk or phone 01234 263263.

Through a special workshop, a legal firm will teach students the dangers of social media being used to organise crime

-onsunday