Safe Social Media for Teens

Social media is the ultimate power tool for connecting, creating, and sharing your passions, but navigating it like a pro with confidence requires a solid set of understanding and prioritizing your mental health. Taught by @Merenator of the 20 Under 20 Awards , an adjunct professor at Queens and UNCC, and a former journalist with over 260 million impressions on social media, this hands-on workshop draws on years of mentorship with Gen Z and Gen Alpha creators. We skip the boring lectures and doom-scrolling warnings to focus on actionable, real-world strategies for keeping your accounts secure, using your online presence for offline impact, all while keeping your vibes high. You will learn how to navigate Meta/AI settings and updates effectively, spot fake accounts, handle online drama like a boss, build a brand that sets up you/your future business for success, and protect your digital footprint without sacrificing an ounce of fun. By the end of class, you will have total control over your digital life (or your teen's), a new IRL friend(s) to build real life community, a better relationship and understanding of social media as a whole, and ensuring your online presence is as smart, safe, and awesome as you are!