"This site provides resources for parents and resources for educators on how to keep kids out of trouble and how to help provide resources on how to productively use afterschool time."

"While the internet can be an amazing resource for teenagers, it is not without its dangers. Most teens naturally lack impulse control. When this is combined with the belief that the internet is safe, anonymous and that everything you read is true, the World Wide Web can be a scary place. From cyber-bullying to making private information public, the internet can put teens at risk. This, coupled with computer damaging spam and internet scams, make understanding the dangers of internet usage invaluable."

"Mission: The Children's Partnership works to ensure that all children -- especially those at risk of being left behind -- have the resources and the opportunities they need to grow up healthy and lead productive lives."

"As a non-partisan, not-for-profit organization, we provide trustworthy information and tools, as well as an independent forum, so that families can have a choice and a voice about the media they consume."

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