Governments are eyeing social media bans for kids under 16, but experts warn it’s not the fix — it’s just a bandage. While platforms can push dangerous content in under 40 minutes, outright bans ignore the real issue: kids need these spaces for learning, connection, and community — especially marginalized youth. Instead of cutting them off, the smarter move? Build safer platforms from the ground up — think bike lanes, not “don’t ride.” The future’s in involving young people to co-create digital safety, not just enforce restrictions.

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