Greenwich-based non-profit OK to Delay is launching its first family-focused event, Screen Freedom Family Night, in partnership with digital wellness pioneer Larissa May. The event, set for Sunday, March 2, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Arch Street Teen Center, will offer an engaging evening designed to foster healthier relationships with technology for children and parents alike.
May, a globally recognized advocate for digital well-being, has been featured on Oprah, CNBC, and TODAY for her work in youth-centric advocacy and social media policy. Known online as Larz, she founded #HalfTheStory, a nonprofit that promotes balanced tech use among young people. She will lead a guided family conversation on digital wellness, helping parents and tweens navigate the complexities of social media and smartphone use.
The event will also include interactive screen-free activities, including icebreakers for kids, a candy and popcorn bar, and opportunities for families to discuss their experiences with tech. OK to Delay executive directors Ariella Feldman and Jessica Hirsch say the event is a direct response to community requests for a family-oriented digital wellness discussion.
“This is exactly the kind of event our families have been asking for,” said Hirsch. “Parents have told us they want something they can bring their child or tween to because these conversations about tech and well-being are difficult and constant. Having someone young and well-known like Larissa can help bridge the communication gap between parent and child.”
Ok to Delay, a national non-profit headquartered in Greenwich, has 19 active chapters across nine states. The organization supports parents in promoting delayed access to smartphones and social media during middle school years through education and community-based events.
Tickets for Screen Freedom Family Night are available at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ok-to-delay-x-ptac-screenfreedom-family-night-tickets1120645453719?aff=oddtdtcreator
