Finding technology’s place by promoting mindful living, and kind and careful online communication.
To address digital wellness for all by creating a healthier balance between on- and offline living. We educate in homes, schools and communities to use technology responsibly and with good intent.
The Don’t Press Send Campaign has been the focus of many news outlets worldwide. Here are just a few of the news articles that we have been featured in:
Our program continues to have enormous impact on the global stage.
We offer remote sessions to accommodate a virtual audience when needed.
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In her TEDx talk at Adelphi University, Katie shared insights and strategies for cultivating kind and careful communication skills, highlighting the importance of mindfulness in building healthy relationships online and offline. With her compelling message and practical advice, Katie is inspiring people of all ages to embrace a more positive and mindful approach to technology use, and to make a positive impact on the world around them.
Discover the enchanting world of the Fox family in our delightful children’s book, Bye-Bye, Wi-Fi! Join them on an “unplugged” adventure, where they find joy in playing games, coloring, and sharing a home-cooked meal. This heartwarming tale reminds readers of the value in living in the moment and connecting with loved ones. Order your copy today and embark on a journey toward a healthier balance with technology.
Don’t Press Send: A Mindful Approach to Social Media, an Education in Cyber Civics, is a must read for anyone who interacts with today’s technologically-dependent children. Offering insight from the author, Katie Duffy Schumacher, the book is based on her decades of field work as the founder of the Don’t Press Send Campaign, mentoring and speaking to school-aged children about their experience navigating technology. As you read this book, you will learn firsthand, through real life stories, how imperative it is for us, as adults, to provide guidelines and strategies to create a kind, safe and respectful cyber community for all.
Since the launch of the Don’t Press Send Campaign, we have presented to over 137 schools, hosted 20 webinars (domestic and international) and implemented 10 new programs.
Katie is a New York State certified teacher who founded Don’t Press Send in her hometown of Rockville Centre, NY. “Mama Schu,” as she is often referred to, saw the pressing need and acted on behalf of today’s children to create a kinder and safer online community. Katie is dedicated to helping today’s children, adolescents, and adults embrace the benefits of technology while avoiding its pitfalls.
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