Google's AI chatbot Gemini is now accessible to kids under 13 by default, raising safety concerns and putting responsibility on parents after the fact.

AI isn’t a threat—it’s a tool. Youth need support to use it wisely, think critically, act ethically, and understand both its power and its impact.

Banning tech assumes kids are passive consumers—but today’s youth are creators, entrepreneurs, and activists. Restricting access hinders growth, not harm.

The claim that screen time directly causes teen suicide is false; global data shows teen suicide rates are declining, and the issue is multifactorial.

Many call kids the "anxious generation," but it's often parents reacting out of fear. Most youth navigate tech well—what they need is guidance, not panic.

Kids don’t need a screen ban—they need balance. Offline time fuels creativity, while online tools build skills. Guidance, not fear, creates success.

Claims that tech is turning kids into a “different species” are fear-based, not fact-based—digital literacy, not panic, is the key to healthy tech use.

Saying “yes” more often builds trust with your child, encourages open dialogue, and helps guide them safely through their digital world.

If adults want youth to behave better online, we must lead by example—kids don’t need more blame, they need better role models. Walk the walk.

Don’t ban tech—guide its use. With strong pedagogy, digital tools can enhance learning when used intentionally alongside traditional methods.

Banning tech over fear ignores its benefits—like meds, swimming, or walking, risks exist, but smart guidance builds resilience and safe, informed use.

Quarterway students visited The White Hatter studio, showcasing how youth can use tech creatively and positively with the right mentorship and support.

Youth use social media for activism, creativity, and connection—when guided responsibly, it becomes a powerful tool for empowerment, not just a risk.

Don’t confuse fear with danger—help kids build digital resilience through guidance, not bans, so they learn to navigate online risks safely and confidently.