Instagram Launches School Partnership Program to Tackle Teen Safety Concerns

The program allows U.S. middle and high schools to fast-track reports of bullying and harmful content, with early results from a pilot phase showing promise.

The Schools Partnership Program enables schools to prioritize moderation reports on bullying and harmful content for faster review by Instagram.
Schools participating in the program will receive status updates on their reports and notifications on actions taken by Instagram moderators.
The program was tested with 60 schools in a pilot phase, with Instagram reporting promising early results in reducing harmful posts.
Educational institutions will gain access to resources on navigating Instagram safely and a profile banner indicating their partnership with the platform.
Despite the program's launch, Instagram will rely on existing moderation resources without hiring additional staff, raising questions about scalability.

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