An Interfaith Conversation on Screen Time
Date and Time
July 22, 2019
All day
Location
89 South St #403, Boston, MA 02111, USA
Host Jean Rogers will interview filmmaker and media expert, Tiffany Shlain, author of the new book 24/6: The Power of Unplugging One Day a Week; writer and speaker Andy Crouch, author of The Tech-Wise Family; and Amin Aaser, founder and director of Noor Kids.Bringing Jewish, Christian, and Muslim perspectives, presenters will touch on these universal topics and more:– How is screen time affecting families as they strive to grow in wisdom and courage?– What can we learn from a technology Shabbat or Sabbath?– How can houses of worship help families resist the notion that kids need screen time?– How do easily accessible “answers” on the internet impact one’s journey for meaning in life?– How can positive role models counter the influence of social media and YouTube influencers?– How can faith leaders help guide families in their use of screens?After the presentation, Tiffany, Andy, and Amin will be answering audience questions live.