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We asked why they advocate for online safety and why it is important to them. Here’s what they said: Anna Mockel, a mental health advocate from Maryland: “Social media has the power to influence our mental health, both positively and negatively. I advocate for online safety because I want teens to find support and connection through technology without the dangers that I’ve experienced”. Kristin Bride, social media reform advocate and co-founder of Fairplay’s Online Harms Prevention Workgroup: “I advocate for online safety because after losing my 16-year-old son Carson to suicide after vicious cyberbullying, I needed to find a way to turn this tragedy into creating positive change and hold Big Tech accountable for putting profits over the safety of our children.” Nicki Reisberg, host of Scrolling 2 Death Podcast and co-Founder of Tech-Safe Learning: “Our kids are not for sale. Let’s start prioritizing the health and safety of our children over the profit of a handful of tech conglomerates.” Sharan Dhaliwal, writer and founder of Burnt Roti and Middlesex Pride: "All women, including trans women, women of colour, queer women, disabled women - ALL WOMEN - reasonably warrant safety. The fact that it's near impossible to accommodate them online is the stupidest thing I've ever heard". Madi Parsons, online safety advocate: “I advocate for online safety because I’ve seen firsthand how the unchecked power of social media can harm those unaware of the risks. Protecting individuals—especially minors—from exploitative algorithms, harmful content, and many of the other dangers stemming from the devices in our hands starts with speaking up. Sometimes, sharing your story is all you can do, but in speaking up, you are taking the first step to holding these companies accountable- making a must needed change.”
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