Media Literacy Week - Digital Citizenship with YouthLink (Gr. 6 – 9)

Join us as we celebrate the power of language to shape culture, strengthen community, and inspire connection. Enjoy cultural performances that showcase our city’s linguistic diversity and highlight the importance of multilingualism, cultural understanding, and preserving mother tongues for a more inclusive, sustainable world.

Calgary Public Library

Discover the ways in which social media can impact your mental well-being and how to keep yourself safe while you’re having fun online!

The internet has become an incredible tool for connecting with others, whether through social media and video games. However, it’s important to be careful, we might find ourselves in trouble! Discover the ways in which social media can impact your mental well-being and how to keep yourself safe while you’re having fun online!Recommended for Grades 6 – 9Topics that will be covered: Social media and youth mental health•	Pros and cons of social media•	Screen time awarenessPrivacy Protection•	Terms of Service/Agreement on social media platformsCybercrimes•	Cyberbullying•	Conversations with strangers.•	ResourcesPresenter: Michael Kim is the Crime Prevention Education Specialist with 6+ years experience in educating community members on crime prevention, public safety, and community development. In his position, he works in accordance with the Calgary Police Service, and has created Gangs, Cannabis and Cyber Safety education programs.

Event will be held on Microsoft Teams Live and will not be recorded. A link will be sent after ticket sales have ended.*DO NOT use @educbe.ca email addresses for registration because they cannot accept third party emails.If you have any questions about this virtual school event, please email schoolsupportlibrarian@calgarylibrary.ca

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Media Literacy Week - Digital Citizenship with YouthLink (Gr. 6 – 9)

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