Media Lab, Ambassador Program and Book: ​

Our Media Lab program empowers young people with the tools to lead. Through hands-on training in media literacy, well-being, and digital citizenship, students become Media Ambassadors - capable of delivering powerful talks and workshops to peers, parents, and educators. These student-led programs help school communities better understand the hidden mechanics of social media, the risks of tech overuse, and how to make thoughtful decisions around introducing smartphones, gaming, and digital platforms.

 

Want to launch a Media Lab at your school? Get our book The Take Back: How We Can Reclaim Our Lives from Big Media and Tech, along with our Jump Start Curriculum Guide and engage your entire school community in building healthier digital habits.

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Our Impact

100% of students who participated strongly agreed or agreed that they have gained a better understanding of media, algorithms, and the impact of smartphones and social media. They expressed a strong intent to apply media wellbeing strategies in their own lives, with many stating they would use their phones and social media in a healthier manner. Additionally, students are committed to sharing the principles of media literacy and wellbeing with their school communities as Media Movement Ambassadors. They feel confident in their ability to lead discussions on media topics and provide schools with the necessary tools and resources.

• 85% of students indicated they would try media wellbeing strategies by reducing their screen time.

• 80% of students agreed they would leave their phones on Do Not Disturb mode when not in use.

• 80% of students committed to taking intentional breaks from their phones throughout the day.

• 75% of students stated they would refrain from checking their phones or social media first thing in the morning.

 

Words From Our Ambassadors

• "In one word, this program was insightful. I chose this word because the internship opened my eyes to the dangers of media and taught me how to share that knowledge with others, especially young kids and parents" - Kyrie Ubiera (HS Student):

• "In one word, this program was enriching. I picked this word because I’ve learned so much about media literacy and well-being." - Julian Krudop (HS Student)

• "I’ve become more mindful of my phone usage and social media habits, and I feel like a better person because of it." - Eva Gracyalny (HS Student)

• "In one word, this program was engaging. I walked in expecting to do little, thinking it would be a lot of talking and listening, but it was quite the opposite." -Angel Mojica (HS Student):

• "It helps you understand how media affects your life and others, while teaching you how to develop better media well-being." - Syrus Rios (HS Student)

• "I learned a lot and I’m excited to share what I’ve learned with others!" -  Zora Penn (HS Student):

• "The Take Two Media Lab internship gives you valuable skills you’ll need later in life, like public speaking and presentation skills. It also taught me about media literacy and the habits around technology that people often overlook." - Daniel Loeb-Lojko (HS Student)

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Alternatives to Smart Phones!

We also have an affiliation with the limited access phone Light Phone use code:TTMLight10. Buy yours here are support our efforts to train more Ambassadors.