Family Online Safety Institute

Day 4 of the #FOSISummerTechChallenge! 🌞 Today, we're focusing on Mindful App Usage and Gratitude Journaling. 🌱✍️ Activity 1: Mindful App Selection – Identify apps that bring you joy, productivity, or education. Set intentions for how you use your apps and discuss as a family which ones you find beneficial. Activity 2: Gratitude Journals – Take 10 minutes to write down what you're grateful for. Share your entries with a close friend and discuss as a family why these things are important to you and how they make you feel. We hope these activities help you foster a mindful digital and offline environment. ✨ What apps bring you the most joy and productivity? Share with us below!

New Episode Alert! 📢 "Andrew, the Policy Guy" is back with big news! The Kids Online Health and Safety Task Force just released an extensive report on online safety, and today we’re breaking it down for you. 👨👩👧👦📱 This report is a game-changer, offering practical advice for families, industry, and policymakers. Watch the full episode and stay tuned for more updates next week. Got questions about the report? Drop them in the comments! ⬇️

Today, our CEO Stephen Balkam moderated an insightful panel at TrustCon 2024: "Networked: Promoting Regulatory Coherence in the Online World." The discussion addressed the challenges and opportunities in the online safety landscape, emphasizing the need for global collaboration. A big thank you to Alexander Hall, Soyoung Chloe Park, Tajeshwari Devi, and Deb Welsh for their contributions to this important conversation! Together, we're making strides towards a safer online world. ✍️ ✅

Exciting News from FOSI! 🌐 We are excited to announce that FOSI's own Stephen Balkam and Maria Conticelli will be attending TrustCon 2024 in San Francisco today! We are eager to collaborate with experts in trust and safety to drive meaningful conversations and solutions in the digital world. Tomorrow, Stephen Balkam will also be moderating a panel called "Networked: Promoting Regulatory Coherence in the Online World" that dives into the risks of regulatory fragmentation and the benefits of regulatory coherence. Don't miss out on this insightful discussion! Join us in making the digital world safer and more trustworthy. See you at Trustcon! 👋

☀️ Join FOSI's Digital Wellbeing Summer Challenge! ☀️ We're thrilled to launch a four-week adventure full of engaging online and offline activities designed for all ages. From arts and outdoor exploration to exciting tech projects and virtual games, there's something for everyone! Each week has a special theme: Week 1: Mindfulness 🧘♀️ Week 2: Social Media 📱 Week 3: Playing Games 🎮 Week 4: Looking at the Future 🌟 Partnering with Dr. Elizabeth Milovidov, we made this challenge to help you create unforgettable memories, strengthen family bonds, and learn about digital well being. Are you ready to join the adventure? Click below to access the full resource and get ready for a summer of fun and learning! ✅ #FOSISummerTechChallenge https://lnkd.in/eWwmgK5M

New Report Released by Kids Online Health and Safety Task Force (KOHS) 📢 Today, the interagency KOHS Task Force released a significant report providing essential guidance for families, industry, researchers, and policymakers to further online safety. This piece includes: - Research summary and agenda - Detailed recommendations for families - Productive guidance for industry - A call on policymakers to do more Everyone has an important role in keeping young users safe online and FOSI is here to help. Click below to read our full response to this report ⬇️ ✍️ https://lnkd.in/ebJeY6Xh

🚨New Episode Alert! In this week's ‘Andrew, the Policy Guy,’ we're diving into our latest research on #generativeAI. From worries about misinformation to the excitement of new opportunities, discover how parents and teens around the world view this emerging technology and what it means for their future. Are you feeling optimistic or concerned about genAI? Comment your thoughts below ⬇️

📱💡Wondering if your child is ready for their first phone this summer? FOSI's own Alanna Powers shares her insights in Verizon's latest article on digital parenting. Explore expert advice on choosing the right time and the best approach to introducing your child to their first phone. A must-read for parents this summer! Click below to access the full piece ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eFKnasqD

Dive into the world of generative AI with this week's episode of Andrew, The Policy Guy! 💡 Join Andrew as he breaks down what generative AI is, how it works, and its impact on our daily lives. From chatbots to creative content, learn how this cutting-edge technology is shaping the future.  Have you ever used a generative AI tool like ChatGPT? Share your experiences and questions in the comments below! ⬇️

One of the foundational organizing principles of our #InspiredInternet Pledge is collaboration. We know that no one person, organization, company, or even industry can address the challenge of youth and family digital wellbeing on their own — it will take partnership and shared creativity to design a healthier and safer digital experience in an effective and lasting way. As part of our commitment to openness, and our desire to help accelerate the pace of change, we are launching a new blog series we're calling Fellow Travelers, featuring colleagues from around the world who focus on aspects of digital wellbeing from a different perspective than ours at the Digital Wellness Lab. Our goal? To amplify their work, share their expertise, and deepen solution-focused collaboration across organizations. First up is Alanna Powers, Research and Program Specialist at Family Online Safety Institute (FOSI) (an Inspired Internet Pledge Advisor). In this insightful interview, Alanna shares what she’s learned in her work, along with some thoughts on how to make tech healthy, safe, and fun for young people. Her recommendations include ideas for parents, kids, and industry. Learn more about Alanna, FOSI, and get Alanna's recommendations at: https://ow.ly/qC9x50SyNbZ