In an era where smartphones and social media dominate daily life, few voices have been as passionate and relentless in advocating for digital safety as Margot Denommé. As a retired Crown Attorney with 26 years of experience, Denommé has witnessed firsthand the consequences of online exploitation, digital addiction, and the mental health crisis among youth.
Now, as the Founder and CEO of Raising Awareness About Digital Dangers (RAADD), she is leading a national movement to empower families, schools, and communities with the knowledge and resources to navigate the digital world safely.
The RAADD Initiative: A National Call to Action RAADD is not just another awareness campaign. It is a grassroots movement dedicated to educating parents, teachers, and young people about the risks of excessive smartphone use and the dangers lurking in online spaces.
With a team of police officers, educators, healthcare professionals, and youth advocates, RAADD actively engages with schools, community groups, and sports organizations to equip families with real-world strategies for promoting responsible technology use.
Through interactive workshops, school presentations, and community events, RAADD tackles critical topics such as:
- The mental health impact of excessive screen time.
- The rise of online predators and exploitation.
- Cyberbullying, digital footprints, and legal consequences.
- Strategies for setting healthy digital boundaries at home.
But RAADD is more than just education. It is about action. Margot Denommé and her team are working to establish:
- A National RAADD Day to create widespread awareness about digital dangers and promote healthier habits.
- A powerful docuseries highlighting personal stories of young people affected by social media, cyberbullying, and digital addiction.
- Junior RAADD Ambassadors, a youth-led initiative empowering teens to share their experiences and educate their peers on responsible smartphone use.
The Family Smartphone Guide:
A Critical Resource for Families
One of RAADD’s most impactful tools is The Family Smartphone Guide, a practical resource designed to help parents and children set boundaries and develop healthy digital habits.
Inspired by the Official Driver’s Handbook, the guide presents smartphone use as a responsibility – just like driving. It serves as a smartphone ‘driver’s manual,’ providing families with crucial insights into the physical, mental, and legal risks of smartphone use.
What sets The Family Smartphone Guide apart is its expert-backed content, featuring contributions from:
- Dr. Michelle Ponti, Chair of the Canadian Paediatric Society’s Digital Health Task Force, who provides insight into the health consequences of digital overuse.
- Julianna Greenspan JD, a prominent criminal lawyer, who outlines the criminal law implications of smartphone misuse, including cyberbullying, sharing intimate images, and online exploitation.
- Margot Denommé JD, a former Crown Attorney with extensive experience in youth advocacy, digital safety, and justice reform, who speaks to both the legal consequences of digital choices and the damage to self-esteem and self-worth caused by social media and excessive smartphone use.
Already embraced by educators, healthcare professionals, and school boards across the country, this resource helps parents make informed decisions about their children’s technology use while providing a structured roadmap for safer digital habits.
A Grassroots Movement with Real Impact
RAADD is fueled by community support, and as the initiative continues to grow, it relies on donations and sponsorships to expand its reach. Contributions help fund:
- Expert webinars for parents and professionals dealing with children.
- Free distribution of resources such as The Family Smartphone Guide to families in need.
- School and community awareness programs.
- Educational video content featuring Junior RAADD Ambassadors.
- National RAADD Day events and advocacy efforts.
As an official donor-supported initiative, RAADD provides tax receipts for contributions made through the Veritas Foundation, ensuring that every donation directly supports this vital cause.
Join the Movement
Margot Denommé’s vision for RAADD is clear: to empower families, protect children, and foster a safer digital future. By supporting RAADD, parents, educators, and community leaders can take a stand against the hidden dangers of smartphone overuse and online exploitation.
Together, we can reshape the digital landscape and safeguard the well-being of the next generation.
To learn more, get involved, support RAADD’s mission, or become a sponsor, visit http://www.raadd.ca or contact Margot Denomme directly: info@raadd.ca.