Our Mission

Advancing Digital Well-Being for Every Child

Children First is a non-partisan initiative dedicated to evidence-based advocacy, education, and action. We champion child-centered design in technology, transforming digital spaces for positive youth development.

Beyond the Noise

From Anxiety to Action

We move past reactive screen anxiety and simplistic device bans. Our approach is rooted in rigorous scientific inquiry, informing proactive strategies that reshape digital environments. We believe in building solutions, not just identifying problems, fostering a future where technology supports, rather than hinders, healthy youth development.

Our work bridges the gap between developmental psychology, technology policy, and community advocacy. By focusing on structural platform safety and child-centered design principles, we empower parents, educators, and policymakers with the tools to create safer, more enriching digital experiences for children and teenagers worldwide.

Our Core Values

Evidence. Transparency. Independence.

Our commitment to youth digital well-being is anchored in peer-reviewed evidence and public data access. We are a non-commercial entity, ensuring our recommendations are guided solely by scientific integrity and the best interests of children, free from industry influence.

Our Guiding Vision

Digital spaces engineered for human development, not just attention capture.

We envision a future where technology respects the developmental stages of childhood and adolescence, fostering growth, connection, and well-being.

Collaborate for Child-Centered Tech

Join our network of institutional partners, researchers, and advocates. Together, we can shape policies and platforms for a safer digital world.