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#GoodforMEdia

A youth-led, peer mentoring & education program exploring the ME in media

A hub for sharing resources

Insights, strategies & stories to support healthy engagement

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“Thief,” a poem exploring a young person’s relationship with social media

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Sonia: The role of social media in her education

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#GoodforMEdia supports the Declaration of Digital Rights

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In the News: Meta Removing Their Fact-Checking System

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Algorithms. AI. Automatic reaction: How to safely and reliably navigate digital media

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In the News: How Much Energy Can AI Use?

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In the News: Instagram Set to Roll Out “Recommendations Reset” Feature

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Lucile Packard Foundation, The ‘ME’ in Social MEdia

Press Coverage

#GoodforMEdia’s Maker Day: The Future of Social Media: By Youth, for Youth

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Developing a Platform to Spot AI-Generated Misinformation: The Story Behind AuthentiCheck AI

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Our Conversation Cards are now available to order!

These cards were developed by our youth leaders to help you explore your relationship with social media and tech.

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Hear our perspectives about social media

Elevating youth voices

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Hear from Sonia about her experience using social media, its impact on her education, and strategies that help to keep her grounded.

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Hear from Edward about his experiences using social media and some strategies he uses to be mindful about the time he spends scrolling.

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Khoa-Nathan’s suggestions for policymakers & allies: Start centering youth

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Learn why Khoa-Nathan recommends that social media companies stop centering profit & start centering youth and consumers

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Sonia’s suggestions for policymakers: providing control over algorithms

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Learn from Sonia about the harmful effects of algorithms & how they may be limited

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Zoe’s suggestions for policymakers: data transparency

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Find out how Zoe recommends improving data transparency among social media platforms

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Emily’s suggestions for policymakers: improved content regulation

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Emily explains the importance of considering age when thinking about content regulation

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Cyrus shares about what he learned from posting every moment on social media

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Hear how and why Isabella balances heavy and uplifting content in her feed

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How social media can amplify negative thoughts by creating unrealistic expectations

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Jamie: What I would have done differently

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Hear about how Jamie would have used social media differently to focus on the things that really matter

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It’s important to notice what makes me feel insecure…

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Sophia: 2 strategies I use to protect my mental health

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Learn how Sophia protects her mental health by setting boundaries with social media

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Meghna: the positive & negative impacts of social media

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This is something that I would tell my younger self …

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James: Setting healthy boundaries with social media

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Find out James’ advice for his younger self or younger sibling when it comes to getting a first phone

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Hear Zoe’s thoughts on what to ask social media platforms to change

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Try to pay attention to the subtle messages that you’re getting from your feed…

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Emily: When & why to follow (& unfollow)

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Get Emily’s advice about when & why to follow or unfollow others on social media

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Our mission

Helping you navigate the good & the bad of social media

#GoodforMEdia is a youth-led, peer mentoring & education program exploring the ME in media. Using our own experiences & insights, we’re here to help you learn how to navigate social media effectively.

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Testimonials, quotes

“I am involved with #GoodforMEdia because I want to decrease stigma around discussing mental health. I want to help other kids navigate the balance between social media and overall well-being.”

-Emily (she/her)

“I view social media as not just a challenge for this generation, but also a tool for expression and storytelling to make the world a better place.”

-Khoa-Nathan Ngo (he/they)

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Sharing evidence-based insights

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Created for youth by youth, the #GoodforMEdia curriculum aims to share our perspectives and strategies for healthier relationships with media & technology. The GoodforMEdia team offers in-person and virtual workshops in schools, at youth-serving organizations and groups, and at conferences or other community events.

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