They may be the communication form of choice for many digital natives, but do young people recognise the civic power of memes and hashtags? Canvas8 spoke to Dr. Paul Mihailidis to learn how teens relate to these online ecosystems and the impact of digital interventions on their attitudes.

After a decline, union membership is on the rise in the US, with young people leading the charge. Professional organizers and labor activists have discovered TikTok as a rich platform for spreading the word and engaging with segments of the workforce who don’t always connect with union politics.

TikTok may be best known for its viral challenges and surreal skits, but the social media app is evolving into much more than a platform for comedy. How are Gen Zers using this digital channel to educate and inspire their peers? And how are their online communities impacting their offline lives?

The pandemic lockdowns have led to a surge in domestic violence cases. An increasing lack of privacy has added to the gravity of this issue, with many feeling unable to safely seek help. A Polish teen has found a cleverly stealthy way of addressing this issue through a website-in-disguise.