The team opted on an innovative approach to replace the traditional binary, values-based approach with a responsive, evidence-based public health and wellness perspective. Instead of ‘good versus bad’ in technology use for children, the team seeks to support children to live well in today’s complex digital environment.
The team has also developed a set of design principles that focus on the needs of young children, their parents and how technology companies can create sustainable and trusted relationships with children as they grow.Â
The team opted on an innovative approach to replace the traditional binary, values-based approach with a responsive, evidence-based public health and wellness perspective. Instead of ‘good versus bad’ in technology use for children, the team seeks to support children to live well in today’s complex digital environment.
The team has also developed a set of design principles that focus on the needs of young children, their parents and how technology companies can create sustainable and trusted relationships with children as they grow.Â
Tech Humanity for Children (BWG1) is led by Dr Michael Rich – Founder & Director, Digital Wellness Lab, Boston Children’s Hospital/Harvard Medical School (Team Leader)
Director, Centre for Future Studies, University of Dubai
User Experience at IKEA Group
Partner at Alpha Edison
Executive Staff officer Alberta teacher association
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, University of Michigan Medical School
Facilitator, Michael has 20+ years of global experience in design thinking and strategy
Technical consultant
