WDDD Ambassadors Unite for Global Mission – 28 Sept 2025

The session opened with Dr. Rekha Chaudhari sharing updates on WDDD’s expanding initiatives and vision:

🌍 WDDD Mobile App Launch – A dedicated platform for Digital Fasting, expert contributions, and offline community building will be launched on 10 December 2025 (or a basic version on that date). Ambassadors are encouraged to share ideas and become digital wellness experts guiding their local communities.
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💬 Core Message Reinforced:

“WDDD’s mission is not to leave technology—it is to use it wisely, with mindfulness and balance.”

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Digital Fasting Movement: Many families are now practicing weekend and evening digital fasting, turning it into a shared ritual of reconnection.
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🏛️ Key Collaborations:

Ongoing proposal with the Government of India and Supreme Court to restrict social media access for children below 16 years.

MoUs signed with schools and universities, impacting 6,000+ students.

Preparation for WDDD Panel Discussions (1–8 Dec) and Global Digital Wellness Awards 2025.
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🌟 Ambassador Highlights

Calvin Odera (Kenya) – Working through the Digital Health & Education Network Kenya to address social isolation and screen addiction among youth.

Ram Chatterjee (Thailand) – Hosting beachside community mindfulness events at Hyatt Regency, along with awareness sessions in schools and hotels.

Sheric Dorairaj (India) – Engaging corporate teams and supporting policy advocacy for safer digital environments for youth.

Christin Clinton (USA) – Leading the “Stay Off Phone Challenge” in schools, turning digital discipline into charitable action.
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📌 Next Steps for All Ambassadors

1️⃣ Panel Discussions (1–8 Dec 2025)
Submit your name or group topic for participation. Pre-recorded sessions can also be arranged for flexibility.
🗓️ Deadline: November 2025

2️⃣ Event Plans for 10 December
Begin planning your community celebrations! The WDDD team is ready to support with guidance, materials, or resources.

3️⃣ Access Logos & Ambassador Badges
Available in English, Spanish, and French
🔗 Access Here

4️⃣ Nominations Open – Global Digital Wellness Hero Award 2025
Nominate changemakers promoting mindful tech use and smartphone-free childhoods.
🔗 Submit Here

5️⃣ Contribute to the WDDD Newsletter
Share short blogs, videos, or reflections. Translation support available for your community language.
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✅ Announcements & Celebration Updates

🎉 WDDD 2025 Grand Celebration: Confirmed at the Maharashtra Government Headquarters – a historic moment for the movement.
🏛️ Collaboration with Maharashtra Tourism and various ministries for large-scale awareness campaigns.
📚 One Indian state is in discussions to make 10 December Digital Detox celebrations mandatory across schools and colleges.

🌱 Together, we are shaping the world’s largest digital wellness movement.
To every Ambassador leading change—your work matters, your voice inspires, and your impact grows stronger each day.

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