Beyond the Screen
This is a first-of-its-kind play-based, evidence-informed program that equips young girls with the emotional skills and digital awareness they need to navigate today’s online world with confidence, intention, and care.
Last week, a group of tweens got the surprise of a lifetime when Meghan Markle joined them for a screen-free afternoon of games,
In 2024, we partnered with Girls Inc. to create the first-of-its-kind play-based digital wellness program for middle school students. Through extensive research, co-design, and testing sessions, we developed an 8-session curriculum that combines emotional resilience with behavior science to help young people build healthier relationships with technology.
In April 2025, students from Girls Inc. Nashville participated in a workshop with Melinda French Gates, during which they played interactive games from the program. During a candid discussion after the games, Melinda and several girls explored topics ranging from the challenges of adolescence to navigating social media's influence, providing valuable insights into the unique challenges facing young people today.
1500+
participants reached across 16 Girls Inc. affiliates this fall
400+
student voices designed the program across 12 co-design sessions and 40+ tests
I’ve facilitated program plans for years — this was the best. The wording was simple and not too over-the-top. Some programs I have to condense down, but these were put together very well.
Bay County, Girls Inc.
