Who we are

Values & Goals

A community of District 196 parents, caregivers, educators, and medical and mental health professionals restoring real-world connection.

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Our Vision

A world where technology serves humanity; where culture, behaviors, and policy — not for-profit tech companies — set the standard for how we live and connect.

Our Mission

Restore real-world connection by advocating for policies and cultural norms that prioritize people over technology.

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Our network

Part of something bigger.

196 Unplugged is affiliated with MN Unplugged, a statewide movement of Minnesota parents and communities working to restore real-world connection and build a healthier relationship with technology.

MN Unplugged Organizing across Minnesota — visit mnunplugged.org

Our partners

Part of a growing movement.

Schools Beyond Screens Smartphone Free Childhood Phone-Free Schools Movement Distraction-Free Schools Policy Project SAVE NASRO MN Unplugged The Balance Project Institute for Families & Technology

Questions? Ideas?

Get in touch.

We'd love to hear from you — whether you want to get involved, have a question, or just want to talk it through.

grant@mnunplugged.org michelle@mnunplugged.org