Social Media Harm Reduction Workshop

Workshop Title: Social Media Harm Reduction Workshop Workshop Duration: 4 Hours Workshop Description: The Social Media Harm Reduction Workshop is an intensive, interactive session designed to provide participants with practical tools and strategies to navigate social media platforms more safely and responsibly. In the span of 4 hours, attendees will engage in discussions, activities, and group exercises to better understand the potential harms associated with social media and how to mitigate them effectively. Workshop Agenda: **1. Introduction (30 minutes)** - Welcome and overview of the workshop's objectives. - Icebreaker activity to get participants engaged and comfortable with each other. **2. Understanding Social Media Impact (45 minutes)** - Exploring the psychological, social, and emotional effects of social media use. - Discussing personal experiences and perceptions of social media impact. **3. Identifying Harmful Behaviors (45 minutes)** - Recognizing harmful online behaviors, such as cyberbullying, trolling, hate speech, and misinformation. - Sharing real-life examples and discussing the consequences of such behaviors. **4. Privacy and Data Protection (30 minutes)** - Understanding privacy risks on social media platforms. - Learning how to configure privacy settings and control data sharing effectively. **5. Break (15 minutes)** **6. Digital Well-being (45 minutes)** - Strategies for managing screen time, setting healthy boundaries, and fostering positive digital well-being. - Interactive activities to assess and improve one's digital well-being. **7. Cybersecurity and Online Safety (45 minutes)** - Recognizing common online security threats and practical steps to protect oneself. - Hands-on exercises for creating strong passwords and implementing two-factor authentication. **8. Critical Thinking and Media Literacy (45 minutes)** - Developing critical thinking skills to evaluate online content. - Identifying fake news, misinformation, and disinformation. **9. Responsible Social Media Usage (45 minutes)** - Promoting kindness and respect in online interactions. - Discussing the ethical considerations of content creation and dissemination. **10. Support and Resources (30 minutes)** - Sharing resources and organizations that offer help for those affected by online harm. - Discussing how to seek assistance or support for oneself or others. **11. Workshop Conclusion (15 minutes)** - Summarizing key takeaways and learning points. - Encouraging participants to create a personal harm reduction plan. **12. Q&A and Discussion (15 minutes)** - Addressing any remaining questions or concerns. - Encouraging participants to share insights and experiences. By the end of this 4-hour workshop, participants will have a solid understanding of social media harm reduction principles and will be equipped with practical strategies and tools to engage with social media platforms more safely and responsibly. They will also have the opportunity to create a personalized harm reduction plan tailored to their specific needs and online habits.