Tracking Social Media Litigation: A Quick Guide for After-School AdvocatesFor young people, an antidote for addictive, manipulative technologies like social media is an abundance of people and places that protect them, prevent harm, and promote well-being. Across the country, states, schools, localities, Native nations, and families are suing social media companies for the harms caused to youth by their addictive platforms, that could result in millions of dollars flowing to state and local governments to remediate harms through positive youth development programs such as after-school and summer programs.This resource covers current litigation against social media companies and tracks updates in the courts. If you have any corrections or updated information for this resource, please contact [email protected]. Download PDF Filed under:Youth, Young Adults, Advocates/Intermediaries, Funders, Leaders of Native Nations, Policymakers/Agency Leaders, Publication, Sourcing Additional FundingMore Resources Video Mapping the Money, Building the Vision: Strategic Public Financing 101 with Native Communities Learn more about an upcoming training created by and for Tribal citizens to improve funding for Native children and youth. Video What Comes Next: Organizing for Youth Investment in the Social Media Litigation Landscape Learn about the latest developments in the current lawsuits against social media companies and how advocates can build relationships and shape youth investment priorities now. Updates and Events Insights May 12, 2026 Five Ways to Put Your Fiscal Map into Action Insights April 27, 2026 With Federal and State Funding Hanging in the Balance, Local Leaders Find New Ways to Support Children and Youth News March 26, 2026 In a Tough Fiscal Moment, States Look to Raise Revenue and Kids Have a Stake Close Share it! Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Click to copy URL Link Copied!
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Video What Comes Next: Organizing for Youth Investment in the Social Media Litigation Landscape Learn about the latest developments in the current lawsuits against social media companies and how advocates can build relationships and shape youth investment priorities now.
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