One of the most significant concerns of the 21st century is technology and the way in which it affects the world view developed by our young people. When children see people who look and behave in a certain way on television or on social media, they may believe that the images presented are the standard for normality. This means that when they themselves do not meet those standards, they develop self-esteem issues and begin to think that they are flawed.
This is why so many people have begun to make concerted efforts to create content that is reflective of the real world. We see movies and shows that star diverse actors and actresses. We see more influencers and celebrities posting pictures that are not edited in any way. We have begun to give local artists more support and new platforms so that young people can learn more about their own culture.
