I T T A K E S A V I L L A G E

Let’s pledge to create a safer community for our kids by waiting until high school for digital independence.

Smartphones and social media enable direct access that is damaging to all of our children.

Children with unsupervised access to connected devices are likely to encounter one or more damaging experiences.

of children have a
smart phone by age 11

of tweens say they are
addicted to their phones

of tweens have been victims of Cyberbullying

of kids have witnessed Cyberbullying
and ignored it

of tweens have been exposed to inappropriate content.

of child sex crime starts
on social media

Access

Technology + Digital Media are changing more rapidly than we can keep up with. Many parents or guardians may not be comfortable navigating today’s digital landscape, resulting in unintended access for children before the are developmentally ready.
Proximity

If one child has independent access to digital spaces, then we can assume that any child around them may be exposed to experiences without the necessary tools and education to protect themselves.
Peer Pressure

Parents and children alike may obverse and mimic their peers’ behaviors to be socially desirable and may acquiesce to widespread “norms” for fear of missing out. As a result, connected device ownership is skewing younger and younger.

Advocacy

Our voices are louder together and can focus official action across our community to drive tangible results.
Expertise

Working together extends the value of our individual knowledge and technical know-how across the community.
Support

Parent alliances can provide emotional encouragement, practical assistance, reassurance and shared insights that are crucial to navigating the complexities of raising kids in the digital age.

Parents and guardians in your community are taking a stand to protect our kids with three simple commitments.