The state of kids and families in America

Previewing the year ahead at Common Sense. [View this email in your browser]( [Common Sense Logo]( [The State of Kids and Families in America 2024] This year has the potential to be one of the most transformative in recent memory for kids and families. From mental health to generative AI to the economy, the issues that leaders, political candidates, and advocates consistently raise will impact kids' well-being every single day. That's why at Common Sense we're entering 2024 with an even deeper commitment to putting kids and families first. Families around the world use our reviews and advice to navigate the world of media and tech, and educators rely on our resources to support students in their classrooms. But this year we also have audacious goals that include continuing to address the [youth mental health crisis]( influencing [the future of AI]( driving [media and news literacy]( and supporting kids' overall digital well-being. Today you may have seen [this New York Times article]( featuring [a survey]( we commissioned that speaks to both voters and young people directly about their current concerns, their hopes for the future, and the solutions that they believe can make real change. It turns out that voters on both sides of the political aisle agree: We need more policies that improve the lives of kids and families. And we believe this is an important year to make that happen. The survey is tied to [our first annual Common Sense Summit on America's Kids and Families]( which kicks off today in San Francisco. The summit leverages the unique power and influence we've built over 20 years to bring together influential leaders from education, policy, research, technology, and more to find solutions to these issues that can drive real, positive change for kids and families. If you'd like to learn more about the summit, we invite you to follow along on social media at the hashtag [#CommonSenseSummit](. We are excited by the possibilities for change that conversations like this can kick-start. In the meantime, we will continue to put you, your families, and your students first all year long, by providing more in-depth ratings, new research, and updated resources for families and educators. As always, we're grateful for your partnership, because when we put kids and families first, we can improve the lives of every future generation. Jim Steyer Founder and CEO Common Sense [Get answers to FAQs]( [Privacy policy]( [Manage email preferences]( Common Sense Media 699 8th Street, Suite C150 San Francisco, California 94103 © 2024 Common Sense Media. All rights reserved. [Unsubscribe](