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Safe & Smart: Protecting Kids from Risky AI Chatbot Advice

Why Attend

  • Real stories — Hear what actually went wrong on Snapchat My AI, Character.ai, and other platforms, and why thoughtful use, (not just restriction), is essential

  • Hands-on demo — Limit risky features and set up safer pathways for teens.

  • Conversation scripts — build trust with your tween or teen instead of fighting over screens.

  • School advocacy toolkit — one click to request intentional AI training for teachers and counselors.

Quick Details

Date: Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Time: 7pm – 8pm ET (live captions in English & Spanish)
Cost: Free
Format: Live Zoom webinar • Recording sent to all registrants and added to YouTube

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the hour you will be able to:

  1. Name two documented cases where AI chatbots caused real harm to kids and understand what design choices and lack of guidance contributed.

  2. Apply intentional platform controls on Snapchat, iOS/Android, and browser-based AI tools to foster safer engagement.

  3. Use a strengths-based conversation framework to talk with your child about AI use. Not just from a place of fear, but of values, curiosity, and boundaries.

  4. Take one clear step to bring human-centered AI training into your school or community.

Agenda Snapshot

Ice-breaker word-cloud: “AI chatbot in one word
Case-study tour: what went wrong, why it matters, and what it teaches us about intentional design and parenting
Live safety-settings demo — follow along on your phone or browser
Parent-child role-play — practice moving from control to connection
Three-Layer Safety Model — balancing tech, talk, and time
Call to Action: how parents can bring Kinwise’s AI PD to school
Q & A + Exit Survey

Presenter

Lydia Freeman Kumar — Founder of Kinwise, former educator, and instructional design lead. Lydia partners with school districts across North Carolina to equip educators and families with the tools to use AI with care, clarity, and creativity. Her work emphasizes cultivating human-centered, responsible use of emerging technologies.

  • Yes. Kinwise makes this available at no cost to families.

  • Absolutely. Register even if you can’t join live. You’ll get a replay link.

  • No. If you can install an app or change a phone setting, you’ll be fine, and we’ll demonstrate everything live.

  • During the session, there will be time for a live Q and A.