Lunch & Learn

ICAC Online Safety Tips by Sgt. Amy Gonzales

Join Us

February 27, 2025, 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM

                                  

Summary

Keeping up with the latest apps and websites and teaching kids how to stay safe online is a daunting task. Unfortunately, the most dangerous environment kids are in is the one right on computers and phones in their own homes, and we must do more to keep children safe.  PARENTS WILL LEARN…how to identify warning signs of kids engaged in risky online behaviors, how to discuss appropriate online behavior with kids about cyberbullying, sexting, sharing information online, online privacy, and abduction prevention. 


Objectives


  1. By the end of the presentation, participants will have: 
    • Overview of the Child Exploitation Unit for the Office of the Texas Attorney General. 
    • Gain knowledge on applicable laws and current trends in cyber cases. 
    • Proactive strategies to promote community awareness.


About the Event

Join us for this Lunch & Learn on February 27, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Texas Tech Health Science Center building, 800 West 4th Street Odessa, Texas 79763. CNE, TCOLE, and CEU hours are available. Registration is free and food will be provided.


Meet our Speaker

Sergeant Amy Gonzales

I began my career in law enforcement after completing a 2-year police cadet program with the Taylor Police Department in 2000.  While at the Taylor Police Department, I was assigned to the patrol division until I was promoted to Detective in 2008.  While working in the Criminal Investigations Division, I primarily investigated major crimes, crimes against persons, and cold cases.  While at the Taylor Police Department, I was a 3-time inductee into the Williamson County Victim’s Advocate Hall of Fame. I received a Life Saving Award and a Meritorious Service Award for solving a cold case homicide.  In 2014 I left the Taylor Police Department to accept a Sgt. position—investigator with the Williamson County District Attorney’s Office.  I began working with the Office of the Attorney General in 2017 and am currently assigned to the Child Exploitation Unit/ Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.  I have a Master Peace Officer certificate, and am a TCOLE-certified Field Training Officer and Instructor.