Social Media Research Institute

Who We Are

Built on the belief that young people deserve better information, better tools, and a more honest conversation about what social media is actually doing to us.

About SMRI

What began in 2010 as a research initiative has grown into a proprietary curriculum, a live institutional platform, and a network of partners across six countries.

About SMRI

What began in 2010 as a research initiative has grown into a proprietary curriculum, a live institutional platform, and a network of partners across six countries.

The infrastructure is real. The partnerships are operational. The community is growing

Founded In 2010 With A Fifteen-Year Commitment To Young People

What started as a grassroots research initiative has grown into a live institutional platform, a proven curriculum, and partnerships across six countries — built by the people who were in the room with young people before anyone else was paying attention.

Our Mission

To protect the next generation from social media harm by equipping students, families, and communities with the knowledge and tools to navigate the digital world with confidence.

Mission Statement

At Edukate University, our mission is to provide a transformative educational experience that to reach.

Our Vision

We envision a world where every young person has the skills and self-awareness to navigate social media without losing their mental health, their relationships, or their sense of who they are

Our Vision

Edukate University envisions a education transcends boundaries, innovation, and inspires change.

Core Values

Independent. Clinically grounded. Built for institutions. Community-driven. Fifteen years in the making. We say what the evidence shows not what's convenient for anyone's business model.