PITTSBURGH – Attorney General Dave Sunday joined leaders from the Boys and Girls Club of Western Pennsylvania to highlight actions and initiatives by the Office aimed at protecting and supporting Pennsylvania students as they head back to school.
Attorney General Sunday highlighted last week’s landmark settlement with Meta — which addressed the addictiveness of Meta platforms — lawsuits with similar allegations were recently filed against Snapchat and TikTok.
Attorney General Sunday also shared the success of last year’s teenTALK program, a series of chats with Pennsylvania students, and introduced some new programming from the office.
“Being a parent in 2026 is hard when we know technology is changing faster than anyone can keep up with. I am excited about the steps my office has taken to address issues related to social media platforms, and will continue to prioritize children’s safety and mental wellbeing,” Attorney General Sunday said. “I believe it is essential for kids to have real life, in-person connections with their peers and mentors, and great organizations like the Boys and Girls Club are instrumental in providing those spaces.”
Attorney General Sunday and members of his staff met with Club leadership and toured the facility before learning about programming available to the region’s youth.
“Today’s young people are growing up in a world increasingly shaped by technology, artificial intelligence, and social media, presenting both transformational opportunities and significant risks. No matter how technology evolves, we know that kids still need meaningful human connection, trusted relationships, a sense of belonging, and supportive environments that help build the confidence and resilience to navigate life’s challenges. That is what Boys & Girls Clubs do best,” said Christopher Watts, President & CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Pennsylvania. “We applaud Attorney General Sunday for his leadership and commitment to protecting Pennsylvania’s young people and helping ensure they have the support they need to thrive today and reach their full potential in the future.”
The Office of Attorney General has a wide range of resources available to schools through multiple sections.
The Office of Public Engagement has several different presentations that schools and other entities can request here. More information will be available in the coming weeks on how to sign up for special online webinars.
The Child Predator Section will begin holding NCMEC trainings for schools in partnership with the National Center for Missing and Endangered Children in the coming weeks. To request these presentations, click here.
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