In his student presentations, Ben Tracy reaches the hearts and minds of students with his authenticity, vulnerability and relatability. By sharing his personal social media story, he captures the students’ attention in a way few other speakers can. Ben also discusses cyberbullying, how social media impacts mental health, reporting online predators, and challenges students to build a school culture that is more respectful, kind, and inclusive for all students. Ben’s message is appropriate for any young person with access to technology.
In today's world, parents now have the added responsibility of warning about the impacts social media can have on young people's lives. Now more than ever, a simple Tweet or post on Instagram can alter a young person's life forever. Ben's story provides real-life context to that difficult discussion. He also discusses popular social media apps, how social media impacts mental health, reporting online predators, and shares practical strategies for keeping young people safe online.