Social Media and Me: Exploring Young People’s Digital Worlds

What’s on offer?

In a world where adults think they know what’s best, is banning social media the answer to improving everyone’s mental health? Do they really understand how young people use and experience social media? 

Join us for a series of interactive activities to explore what social media really means to young people, and how we can make it a positive experience for everyone. 

Social media and Me is a stall being run by the #So.Me team as part of the Festival of Social Science Activity Trail at Salford Museum & Art Gallery. We'll be on the trail from 10-11:30am, as a space for young people to be part of the conversation about social media and mental health, and have their say.

What’s it about?

This is interactive drop-in session for young people aged 11-18 to share their thoughts on social media: 

#So.Me – Creatively collage your life on social media, and spend some time reflecting on what it means to you. There will be a range of materials to get crafty with! 

The Social Network – Mapping use and experiences of social media to create a visual representation of young people’s online lives. 

Designing the ideal social media platform – Share what you think you needs to change about social media, and your suggestions for the perfect platform! 

Who’s leading the event?

Dr Jo Hickman Dunne - Project manager - #So.Me project - University of Manchester

Open to

Young people aged 11-18.  

Of particular interest to

Young people with an interest in mental health, as well as those who enjoy being crafty or thinking creatively!

Event Booking details

This event is not ticketed, please just turn up!

TRAVEL: There is limited parking at the venue and we recommend travelling by public transport. The nearest train station is Salford Crescent (2 minute walk) and the nearest bus stops are Salford University, Salford Crescent station stop A or B. More information to help you plan your journey can be found on the Salford Museum website.

ACCESSIBILITY: To help you plan your visit you can find information about Salford Museum accessiblity here. To find out more about what to expect when you arrive at the museum, you can also check out their social story. If you have any accessibility requirements, please contact us by emailing so.me@manchester.ac.uk.