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Events for July 28 - September 22, 2022

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Digital Media and Developing Minds International Scientific Congress

The 2025 Digital Media and Developing Minds International Scientific Congress is an interdisciplinary convening that will bring together researchers, clinicians, educators, government agency representatives, and others with expertise in child development, psychology, psychiatry, neuroscience, pediatrics, communications, social work, public health, education, human-computer interaction and more to explore how digital media use impacts the social, psychological, cognitive, behavioral, and physical development of children and adolescents. Join the Joan Ganz Cooney Center team at the following sessions: Guinea Pigs or Pioneers? The Risks…

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Webinar: Launching the Voice of the Child

The Voice of the Child toolkit is an evidence-based resource designed for researchers, service providers, clinicians and others keen to involve children and young people in their work – whether they are just starting out or looking to expand their skills. The Centre for Community Child Health’s upcoming webinar will formally launch the toolkit, explore the policy context for the involvement of children and young people, and identify barriers, enablers and learnings from practical case studies. Michael Preston joins a…

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Sandbox for Literacy Innovations Info Sessions

We’re thrilled to announce that the Joan Ganz Cooney Center Sandbox for Literacy Innovations call for applications is now officially open through August 29, 2025. Supported by the Walton Family Foundation, the Sandbox supports the development of cutting-edge educational technology and media, grounded in rigorous research and children's lived experiences. The Sandbox is already showing promising results with its inaugural group of product partners, including LeapFrog, Sago Mini, and LitLab. Participating organizations receive actionable, research-based guidance through consultation with the…

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