Tweens, Teens, and Screens

The danger of social media use by teens and tweens is not confined to online bullying and catfishing.

The latest revelations about how social media news feeds and algorithms work are among the many reasons tweens, teens, and their guardians need to know the facts about social media and the effects it may be having on them - from creating body image issues to becoming mired in misogyny or actively recruited by white supremacist groups.

Learn about the role social media plays in misinformation, disinformation, and manipulation and what to do about it.

About the Presenter:

Michele Steinberg is a St. Louis-based creative and storyteller, specializing in video editing, design, and photography. She is passionate about her St. Louis community and gravitates toward projects that further the conversation in social justice. Michele has served on the Women's Voices Raised for Social Justice advocacy committee since 2017 and currently is on the Board of Directors as Membership Chair. Michele also serves as liaison to the Missouri Voter Protection Coalition, co-chairs the Election Protection efforts for the St. Louis City and County and serves on the MOVPC's Anti-Disinformation Committee.

This event is being offered in partnership with the League of Women Voters. The League of Women Voters is a non-profit organization whose vision is to empower citizens to shape better communities worldwide.