Here are some upcoming events that we think will be of interest to our readers. If you would like to submit an event to be listed here, please contact us.
In this special culminating webinar on May 22, 2025, our incredible cohort of Well-Being by Design (WBxD) Fellows shared how they are designing to support children’s well-being through interactive digital experiences. With products that span a target range from preschool to high school, and representing a spectrum from startups to big tech, from physical toys to virtual reality—these innovators are reimagining what it means to build for kids. Each of our fellows will present a brief case study on how…
Michael Preston and Medha Tare will participate in an upcoming Edtech Insiders webinar on June 13, 225 at 12pm - 1pm ET. Co-design has become a buzzword in edtech—but what does it really take to make it work in practice? Join us for a candid conversation with leading experts who have successfully embedded co-design into their product development cycles. We’ll explore how to move beyond surface-level engagement to authentic collaboration with educators and learners—without breaking the bank or slowing down…
In an increasingly online world, we are only beginning to understand the effects – both beneficial and detrimental – of digital media on children’s development. What should parents and professionals know about setting appropriate limits and choosing digital content wisely? Join the Saul Zaentz Charitable Foundation on Friday, June 20 (12pm eastern) for a conversation about children and screens, featuring Cooney Center Senior Fellow Amanda Lenhart, along with Kris Perry (Children and Screens Institute), Dr. Shayl Griffith (Florida International University),…
This hybrid workshop aims to convene an interdisciplinary community of researchers, industry professionals, and experts in AI and child well-being to pave the way for future research and practice that seeks to design AI technologies with children’s well-being in mind. We invite participants from various disciplines and backgrounds to join us in shaping the future of AI for children's well-being. Participants are invited to submit short position papers (up to 2 pages using the double-column ACM SIGCHI Paper Format) related…
Join the Joan Ganz Cooney Center at the Games for Change 2025 Festival on Friday, June 27 for a workshop on creating games that promote children's well-being. Hear how Fred Rogers Productions, Killer Snails, University of Oregon, Tiny Docs and Quest Craft are incorporating well-being by design into their games. Participants will then have a chance to 'play' with the ideas! Fri, Jun 27, 2025 11:00am - 12:30 pm Speakers include: Noelle Posadas Shang, Design Director, Killer Snails Michael Preston…
