Check Out Moxies Here! In this Project Connection episode, Coco speaks with Juliette Blake, founder of Moxies, about how to help young girls build healthy, meaningful connection in a digital world. Juliette shares why ethical tech matters, how the attention economy impacts girls' development, and what it looks like to design online spaces that prioritize safety, autonomy, and well-being over engagement.

Together, they explore digital literacy as a relational life skill, the role of parents and community in shaping girls' online experiences, and how open conversations about technology can foster trust, confidence, and authentic connection—both online and offline.

Takeaways:

Connection restores depleted caregivers and families. 💛
Moxies creates a safe, healthy digital space for girls. 🛡️
Well-being matters more than engagement metrics. ⚖️
Connection and autonomy support girls' development. 🌱
Digital literacy is an essential life skill. 📚
Parents and community shape kids' online experiences. 🤝
Open tech conversations build trust. 💬

Chapters

00:00 End of Year Reflections and Feelings 02:56 The Launch of Moxies: A New Digital Platform 05:33 Prioritizing Safety and Wellbeing in Digital Spaces 08:12 The Importance of Digital Literacy for Kids 11:16 Building Healthy Relationships with Technology 13:52 The Role of Parents in Navigating Digital Spaces 16:37 Creating a Safe Digital Environment for Children 19:47 Community and Collaboration Among Parents 21:36 Measuring Positive Outcomes in Digital Engagement 24:13 The Future of Ethical Tech for Kids 26:58 Resources for Parents: Navigating Digital Content 29:45 Fostering Open Communication with Children 32:54 Conclusion: Meaningful Connections in a Digital World