The power of social media in opening the widening access conversation
Social media has become a phenomenon in the 21 st century, where almost every single young person has at least one platform on social media whether that’s Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, or Twitter. Even just a decade ago social media was just starting out in its path, so why has this become the case today, 10 years on? The instant content, the new knowledge, the exciting information, the constant interaction, and the freedom of creativity. Using social media, particularly for young people, is a place of expression and a way of learning about the world, what’s out there, and how to take on new opportunities. The pandemic elevated this upward spiral use of social media because that was the only way to communicate and interact with people outside of your house. Not only was it an escape from the alarming circumstances with the virus, but it was a way to learn, engage, and project your creativity. New trends were emerging, and innovative content was being posted that young peo...