Walton County to Host Online Safety and Sexual Predator Awareness Seminars

WALTON COUNTY, GA — Walton County Government is partnering with the Walton County Sheriff’s Office and its nonprofit organization, Deputies Beyond the Badge, to launch a community education initiative aimed at protecting children from the dangers associated with online activity.

 

The project includes a series of public seminars next week focused on Online Safety and Sexual Predator Awareness. The events are designed to equip parents, guardians, and community members with practical tools to safeguard children in an increasingly digital environment.

 

The sessions will be led by Investigator Kierra Kelly of the Walton County Sheriff’s Office Special Victims Unit. Kelly will provide insight into current online threats and offer guidance on how families can proactively reduce risks.

What Will Be Covered

 

According to organizers, the informational sessions will address:

• Online safety strategies for children and teens

• Understanding guidelines related to the Sex Offender Registry

• Identifying signs of exploitation

• What parents should monitor on their child’s devices

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Officials say the seminars are part of a broader effort to promote prevention through education. By helping families recognize warning signs and understand how predators operate online, the initiative aims to strengthen community awareness and protection efforts.

Seminar Dates and Locations

 

All sessions will take place from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the following schools:

• March 3 – Loganville Middle School
  4869 Bay Creek Church Road, Loganville, GA

• March 4 – Monroe Area High School
  4869 Bay Creek Church Road, Loganville, GA

• March 5 – Walnut Grove High School
  4863 Guthrie Cemetery Road, Loganville, GA

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Residents are encouraged to attend the location most convenient to them.

 

For additional information, contact Investigator Kierra Kelly at 770-267-1907.