Help Students Navigate the Digital World Safely

Most young people now face online threats daily. Your gift helps teach them how to stand up—not stay silent.

Help Students Create a Safer, Kinder Internet

Your gift powers student-led programs that reduce cyberbullying, strengthen digital citizenship, and teach AI/media literacy in schools nationwide.

IMPACT HIGHLIGHTS:

Leader Training: Equip students to lead digital safety assemblies.
Educator Support: Provide lesson plans and family guides.
Youth Voice Amplification: Empower students to make social media safer.

Why It Matters

Students under 25 who face cyberbullying are more than twice as likely to self‑harm.

Youth average nearly 7 hours online per day—making digital awareness essential.

Training turns students into “Digital First Responders” who support their peers.

“Before Digital4Good came to our school, I didn’t think I could make a difference online. I just scrolled past the bullying because I didn’t know what else to do. After the training, I realized even a small action—like sending a supportive message or reporting something harmful—can change how someone feels.

Now I feel like I have the tools to actually help my friends instead of just watching things get worse.”

—Maya, 10th Grade Student

“I’ve been teaching for over 15 years, and I can honestly say I’ve never seen a program connect with students the way Digital4Good does. Before we partnered with them, our school was dealing with constant online drama—rumors spreading, group chats turning toxic, and students feeling completely overwhelmed. After our training, everything shifted!"

—Mr. Ramirez, High School Teacher

“After attending #ICANHELP’s workshop, our students created a campaign that reduced online harassment incidents by 40% in one semester.”

—Mr. Schroder, High School Principal

The Problems That Students Face

The Dangers of Social Media

Social media can be a powerful tool for connection—but it’s also exposing students to serious risks. In recent years, viral trends on platforms like TikTok and Instagram have encouraged harmful behaviors that impact both students and schools. At the same time, more screen time has fueled a surge in online harassment and unsafe content.

The “Devious Licks” trend pushed students to steal and vandalize school property.
The “Slap a Teacher” trend encouraged physical attacks on educators.
59% of youth report experiencing harassment or cyberbullying online.
Since the pandemic, there’s been a 72% increase in cyberbullying and online hate speech among young people.

These numbers aren’t just statistics—they represent real students facing harm every day. With your support, we can equip them to respond with kindness, responsibility, and leadership online.

The Oxford High School Incident

After the tragic Oxford High School shooting, social media became a breeding ground for fear and misinformation. “Parody” accounts of the suspect surfaced, while viral posts spread copycat threats of school shootings nationwide. Though most threats were not credible, the damage was already done—students, families, and educators felt unsafe.

519 schools suspended in-person classes in response to threats.
Absentee rates spiked: 15% in Rockingham County (VA), 25% in Mohonasen (NY), and 37.4% in Green Bay (WI).
In Los Angeles alone, school police responded to nearly 50 threats following Oxford.
Since the incident, over 60 schools have reached out to #ICANHELP for support in addressing fake accounts, online threats, and digital crisis response.

This incident shows how quickly online content can disrupt entire school communities. With your help, we can continue providing schools the tools to respond, protect students, and prevent future crises.

Social Media’s Impact on Youth Mental Health

While social media connects young people, it also takes a serious toll on their mental well-being. Constant comparison, pressure to perform, and unfiltered exposure to harmful content are leaving many students anxious, isolated, and overwhelmed.

Youth who spend 3+ hours online daily face a significantly higher risk of mental health challenges. Today, teens average nearly 7 hours per day on screens.
Suicide is the second leading cause of death among ages 15–24. During the pandemic, suicide rates for girls (12–17) rose 50%, and for boys rose 5%.
43% of youth feel pressured to post content just to gain likes and comments.
40% feel worse about themselves when their posts don’t get attention.
Nearly 1 in 2 teens (49.5%) are living with a diagnosable mental health issue.

These are not just numbers—they represent students struggling every day with pressures amplified by technology. Together, we can provide them with tools, training, and supportive communities that prioritize their safety and mental health.

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