A 22-year-old researcher found 150 social media platforms that don't exploit users, feed polarization, or rely on surveillance.
She doesn’t believe the goal is to remove technology from our lives — it’s to redesign it intentionally.
Her report, "The Future of Social Media: There Is Hope," offers a roadmap for a new generation of platforms prioritizing creativity, privacy, and genuine connection.
Author's summary: A new generation is building alternative social media platforms.