The First Training Conference on Adolescence will take place on 19th September at the Municipal Theatre and will feature presentations by specialists in psychology, education, digital safety, and communication, aimed at young people and families in the municipality.
The San Bartolomé Town Council is organising the inaugural Training Conference on Adolescence, scheduled for 19th September at the Municipal Theatre. This initiative aims to educate young audiences and families on the responsible and healthy use of technology.
The programme aims to equip attendees with useful tools and strategies to support adolescents in their development. It seeks to promote a critical and healthy use of technology while providing a space for reflection on the risks and opportunities that the digital world presents during adolescence.
San Bartolomé’s Mayor, Isidro Pérez, stresses that “in today’s digital age, it is essential for local institutions to support our families and youth with initiatives that foster a healthy coexistence with technology. These conferences aim precisely to provide practical responses and to stimulate discussion on a highly relevant issue in our society.”
Meanwhile, the Councillor for Social Services, Carmen Medina, highlights that “adolescence is a crucial stage, and we want both young people and families to have the information and support necessary to make the most of the opportunities presented by new technologies while also recognising and addressing their risks. With this first conference, we are launching a formative and meeting space that we hope to repeat in the coming years.”
The programme includes the participation of specialists in psychology, education, digital safety, and communication, who will provide a comprehensive view of the challenges posed by adolescence and technology, with particular emphasis on mental health and personal development. Tickets will be available from 1st September at www.ecoentradas.com.
Conference Details
The conference will begin with a welcome and the opening of doors. Subsequently, from 09:00, there will be a workshop led by Elena Martínez Gallardo titled ‘Understanding My Digital World’, which will be conducted for both San Bartolomé Secondary School and Playa Honda Secondary School.
In the afternoon, starting at 17:30, there will be a lecture by María José Abad titled ‘Adolescence: Challenges and Opportunities for Educating in a Screen-Filled World.’ Following this, at 18:30, Alicia López Covarrubias will present her lecture ‘Adolescents, Social Media, Boundaries, and Mental Health.’ Finally, at 19:30, there will be a round table discussion on ‘Collective Actions for a Healthier Childhood and Adolescence’.
