Empowering Smart Choices in a Digital World

Who we are

Smart GEN Society (SGS) is an Omaha-based nonprofit operating to empower smart choices in a digital world. Founded by Amie Konwinski, military veteran, computer engineer, and mother of five, SGS is the leading organization in the region aimed at bringing preventative and proactive measures into our communities to offset the negative implications of a digitally dependent society.

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What we do

Our professional staff and trained facilitators seek to protect and empower today's students and families to think critically about their digital usage, while maintaining their privacy and safety, and staying true to their authentic self. SGS’s goal is to reduce digital-based anxiety, prevent peer and predator exploitation, and ensure online safety and privacy.

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How we do it

SGS serves K-12 youth and their families in partnership with participating public and private schools. We work to provide a triangular system of support around today’s youth through proven effective in-school workshops and seminars, classroom curriculum, and digital resources. With the support of the Munroe-Meyer Institute, SGS workshops are measured student surveys focused on digital usage, safety and privacy.

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The Need

                            

Smart Gen Society

"Parents have the right and responsibility to know what their kids are posting online. After all, it’s not called ‘Private Media,’ it’s ‘Social Media.’"

Amie Konwinski, Founder & CEO

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From the Blog

Screen Time… Show some Grace
3/19/2020 3:22 PM

Screen Time… Show some Grace

We have been told to wash our hands, distance ourselves from others, and sanitize every surface as if our life...

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YouTube Kids: Helpful or Harmful?
3/16/2020 11:34 AM

YouTube Kids: Helpful or Harmful?

With cartoons and kid friendly videos, it is easy to assume that YouTube Kids is protected from negative content. Unfortunately,...

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Phishing for Information- Part 2
3/14/2020 12:22 PM

Phishing for Information- Part 2

Previously we touched on how emails can be a hotspot for cybercriminal activity. As we continue to be more innovative...

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Our Core Programs

Smart Digital Branding K-12

Smart Digital Branding K-12

Our educational workshops and seminars are designed to spark awareness of the effects of digital technology and social media and activate authenticity and critical thinking skills. We work in the classroom, boardroom, and on the national stage to create a smart digital society.

Parenting the iGen

Parenting the iGen

SGS engages communities to protect themselves to reduce the risks of technology and social media. We provide native tools and resources for students, parents, and educators.

Toddlers and Tech

Toddlers and Tech

SGS is empowering future generations by researching the long-term effects of raising an entire generation on 8+ hours of daily screen time, implementing application algorithms to strengthen digital privacy laws, and protecting the digital (and physical) security of our society.

Who We Are

Amie Konwinski

Amie Konwinski

Founder, CEO
Allie Swanson - Miss Nebraska 2019

Allie Swanson - Miss Nebraska 2019

Society Engagement Coordinator
Angela Heim

Angela Heim

Education Coordinator
Jen Gregg

Jen Gregg

National Training Director
Meet Our Team!

Community Partners

UNMC / MMI
University of Nebraska Omaha
Microsoft DigiGirlz
GenCyber
Greater Omaha Chamber
Omaha Jaycees
Scoular
Lutz

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