<body><div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=46o55S_1GyPqIr500" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=46o55S_1GyPqIr500" width="1280" height="721" >Youth-serving organizations in Hamilton are urging Ohio leaders to use part of the state’s share of a Meta settlement to support programs that help children spend time away from social media and build in-person relationships.Meta reached a $17 billion settlement in August with 47 states, including Ohio, after attorneys general accused the company of intentionally designing its social media platforms in ways that made children addicted to them. As part of the settlement, Ohio is expected to receive more than $300 million over the next decade.The settlement also requires Meta to add safety features to Instagram and Facebook.Tommy John, CEO of the Boys &amp; Girls Club Hamilton, said youth development organizations should receive a portion of the funding.“We would love to see the funds that will receive from this go towards youth development programs, providing a space, that those kids can interact safely,” John said.John said the money should be directed toward education and prevention efforts.“Quite honestly the funds exist cause youth were harmed, we think youth serving agency should receive a portion of these funds,” John said.Mike Bramer, CEO of the Greater Miami Valley YMCA, said the funding could help organizations expand programs that allow young people to connect with one another in person.“Youth connecting with one another, is something we should all strive to provide for young people,” Bramer said. “It’s easy for us to get caught up with social media, getting a break from that very healthy for all of us.”New data from the CDC shows more than one-third of high school students said they used social media at least every hour in 2025.Dom Coffey, a Hamilton parent, said he tries to keep his 3-year-old involved in activities away from online devices, including swim lessons and sports.“I just think it’s hugely important for their development from a young age,” Coffey said.Coffey said he hopes setting those habits early will help his son later in life.“I think it’s so much for kids to do and can do, and that people don’t do because of so much screen time they have,” Coffey said.Coffey said he also wants to set a better example with his own phone use.“I know myself I pull my phone out on it for no real reason, getting him used to that environment and being outside and being with friends is huge,” Coffey said</div></body>

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Youth-serving organizations in Hamilton are urging Ohio leaders to use part of the state’s share of a Meta settlement to support programs that help children spend time away from social media and build in-person relationships. Meta reached a $17 billion settlement in August with 47 states, including Ohio, after...

Hamilton organizations push for youth programs after Meta settlement

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Hamilton organizations push for youth programs after Meta settlement

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