The following sites and articles should give you a better idea of the current situation in Internet safety and security:
Cryptome: www.cryptome.org
International cryptography and surveillance news.
FIPR Regulation of Investigatory Powers Information Centre: www.fipr.org/rip
Fighting "the most pernicious invasion of privacy ever imposed by a democratic state".
Parents Online: www.parentsonline.gov.uk
Parents Online is a Department for Education and Skills website that has been set up especially to help parents understand the educational benefits of the Internet.
Privacy International: www.privacyinternational.org
The formation of Privacy International is the first attempt to establish a structured world focus on the crucial area of human rights. It is an independent, non-government organization with the primary role of advocacy and support.