The ASAP (A Systemic Approach to Social Media and Pre-Adolescents) project is inviting educators, parents, policymakers, and stakeholders to contribute to a comprehensive set of recommendations addressing young people's engagement with social media and digital platforms.
Following extensive research across five European countries, the ASAP consortium has developed recommendations that recognize the complex relationship between technology, education, and youth development. Rather than providing simple solutions, the project proposes systemic approaches that are culturally sensitive and practically applicable across diverse European contexts.
The recommendations target teachers, schools, parents, and policymakers, addressing the unprecedented opportunities and challenges that pre-adolescents face in today's digital landscape. The consortium emphasizes that these guidelines are designed to evolve through stakeholder participation and reflection.
The public consultation is open until May 31, providing an opportunity for various target groups to share feedback and help shape recommendations that reflect real-world needs and expectations.
Contributors can participate in designing what the project calls "a more balanced and enlightened digital future" for young people navigating social media platforms.
The consultation is available, with additional resources and updates available via their Instagram, YouTube channel, and newsletter.
The ASAP project (2022-1-IT02-KA220-SCH-000090043) is funded under the Erasmus+ programme.