In this episode, Greg Attwells discusses the 36-month campaign, a movement aimed at delaying children's access to social media until age 16. A campaigned that massed over 150,000 signatures of concerned parents; a campaign that changed the law; a campaign that was profiled at the UN. Greg shares insights on parenting challenges in the digital age, the impact of technology on youth, and the importance of creating a supportive environment for teens. Greg also reflects on his personal journey, including his upbringing, faith, and experiences in church leadership.
Let's give our kids another 36 months to get to know themselves before the world does.Healthy teens don't raise themselves; they're raised by adults brave enough to build better systems.The 36-month campaign successfully pushed for change in social media laws, helping protect kids by delaying their access to social platforms until the age of 16.Social media trades in comparison, not belonging, and it's not community, not the way that community should be for a young person.The campaign was built on hope, not fear, focusing on what we are for, not against.Parents needed the ability to say, 'Not yet, it's against the law,' to their kids regarding social media.The campaign amassed about 150,000 signatures from parents across the country, showing overwhelming public support.Greg shares his personal journey, including being raised by a single mum and his experiences in church leadership.He emphasizes the importance of being a non-judgmental presence for his children, fostering intimacy in their relationship.Greg reflects on the challenges of learning to be a husband and father without having role models growing up.Chapters and Key Moments:
00.00 Introduction to Greg Attwells and the 36-Month Campaign
03.00 Parenting Challenges in the Digital Age
09:00 The Impact of Technology on Youth
15:00 Greg Attwells' Personal Journey and Faith
21.00 Building Supportive Environments for Teens
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