Allison Cary A new report by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) sheds light on the serious consequences of cyberbullying. According to the new study, 9% of young adolescents (average age: 12) reported being a target of cyberbullying. Female and Black participants were more likely to be bullied. According to the research, young people who experienced cyberbullying … Read more
At Youth Speak Out, we aim to give youth space to share their thoughts and raise their voice. Our programs start conversations about important topics such as cyberbullying, the overuse of technology, and misinformation in the classroom. But we want these conversations to continue in other settings, especially at home. However, for many parents, conversations … Read more
When you think of how today’s young people interact with the digital world, it’s easy to imagine a child clutching their device, their eyes glazed over as they fail to process the video or images that come across their screens. We think of hours wasted in front of a device, when that child could have … Read more
Have you ever tried Googling yourself and seeing what comes up? The results might surprise you. When we navigate the digital world, we leave behind a trail of “breadcrumbs” that can reveal a lot about us. This information can be used for everything from targeted advertising to identity theft. It’s impossible to completely erase your … Read more
For years, parents and teachers have been concerned over young people’s use of digital technology. Adults worry that children are spending too much time playing video games or scrolling through social media, and that these platforms are hurting their social and emotional development. But digital devices aren’t going anywhere. People use digital technology for everything … Read more
Happy Earth Day! Earth Day started in 1970 as an opportunity for people to share their support for environmental protections. For over 50 years, people across the United States and around the world have stood up for plants, animals, water, and all the elements of this beautiful planet we call home. The fight to protect … Read more
In today’s world, it is easy to feel bombarded by devices and screens. Technology is part of how we do our jobs, how we go to school, how we access healthcare, and more. However, while technology plays an important and integral role in our lives, it is also important to understand the impact these devices … Read more
On February 24th, 2022, after months of amassing troops on their border and making demands in the international arena, Russia invaded Ukraine under the orders of Vladimir Putin. The attack continues to have major consequences in the United States and around the world; stories about major attacks, the growing refugee crisis, and the response of … Read more
This Tuesday, March 8th, the world celebrated International Women’s Day with a call to “break the bias.” This 2022 theme asks people to “actively call out gender bias, discrimination and stereotyping each time you see it,” with the goal of creating a world that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive. At Youth Speak Out International, educating … Read more
Social media and the digital world are a minefield for misinformation. In the era of “fake news,” anyone can write a story or create a video and share it with millions of people around the world. Children can be a target of this misinformation, but they can also be part of the solution. Take Finland, … Read more