Registration (includes lunch) $10
Registration- Youth Workshop (includes lunch) FREE
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Julio Saran
Julio Saran has over a decade of experience in Youth Development, Program Implementation, and Arts Education. As a former opportunity youth, Julio recognizes the value and importance of peer support, mentorship, and community. Julio has provided direct service to over 10,000 youth throughout his career, often delivering social-emotional curricula through play and arts education. Julio has written and has been awarded several arts grants to develop himself as an artist and to develop movement-based programming to Arizona artists of all ages. Julio enjoys traveling and participating in dance competitions across the country, dancing with friends, and building community.
Workshop Description: In the Protect Your Peace Online presentation, youth will learn how to navigate media and the internet in a safe and healthy way. The session will talk about the pros and cons of social media (Snapchat, Tik Tok, YouTube, Twitter, Discord, and Reddit), how media platforms impact our mental health, the dangers of predators, and risk of exploitation/trafficking. Participants will walk away with ways to balance screen time, healthy coping skills, and knowledge of how to protect themselves online.