be here is a community campaign that inspires people to put down screens, build healthy habits, and connect with one another. By choosing presence over distraction, we can create a stronger, healthier, and more connected community.
Below are some of our favorite sites and tools we are following. Check back for more updates!
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Here is a collection of data on smartphones, social media and youth mental health that concerns us!
Organizations
Let Grow! is a movement that helps kids build confidence through independent play and real life experiences.
Smartphone Free Childhood a national parent group dedicated to inspiring and empowering others to join the movement.
Common Sense Media a non-profit that provides trusted independent guidance on media, tech, and kids.
Log Off Movement a youth led organization dedicated to helping kids, teens, and young people build healthy relationships with social media and online platforms.
Tools
The Five Core Healthy Screen Habits is an organization dedicated to awareness, tools and action. Great place to start for families.
Screen Free Sleep is a campaign to keep devices out of bedrooms for sleep time.
Wait Until 8th pledge empowers parents to rally together to delay giving kids smartphones until at least the end of 8th grade.
Healthy Media Habits Video Series designed for parents and caregivers by Wisconsin.gov
Screenagers film series and resources help understand the impact of the digital age and help restore a balance with tech.
Local Partners
Boys and Girls Club of Greater La Crosse
La Crosse County Health and Human Services
Mayo Clinic Health System
La Crosse School District
Mental Health Coalition of Greater La Crosse 