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Expert Harps on Better Parenting Through Digital Literacy
An experienced Digital Parenting Coach, Ifeyinwa Okafor, has called on parents and other stakeholders to immerse themselves by embracing digital education in order improve in their parenting skills and be relevant in this 21st century.
Okafor made this assertion recently in a press statement noting that the role of technology in advancing parental skills cannot be compromised.
Just as our children are exposed to technology and learning news things that influence them, so must we as parents, we cannot be left behind.
She stated further that the internet has loads of materials on better parenting they can glean knowledge from and more importantly, they can work with proven digital parenting Coaches like herself to become better in their deliverables as parents.
The Coach explained that Government also has a crucial role by actively promoting digital literacy initiatives for parents and integrating digital parenting education into school curriculums.
She says this ensures that parents are better equipped with the necessary tools and knowledge to guide their children responsibly in the digital realm from an early age.
“Government can also formulate policies and initiatives that promote wholesomeness in the corporate and entrepreneurial world, as well as encourage businesses that promote these practices.
Okafor explained that working as a Digital Parental Coach has brought fulfillment and a dynamic experience for her.
“Witnessing positive transformations in individuals and families, fostering healthy relationships with technology, and contributing to overall well-being has been a rewarding experience. The ever-evolving nature of technology keeps the journey both challenging and exciting.”
Highlighting some of her achievements working in this space, she notes.
“Working in this space, I have successfully assisted over 600 parents and individuals across 14 countries worldwide in achieving a harmonious integration of technology into their lives and ensuring both personal and digital well-being in the digital age.
Establishing partnerships with reputable educational institutions such as Corona School, Gbagada, Lagos, Lagoon Secondary School, and Standard Bearers School has further expanded my reach and impact.
She disclosed that her outreach spans diverse cultures and communities, providing me with a global perspective that enriches my ability to address the unique challenges individuals and families face in today’s technology-driven age.
With a background of over fifteen years in information technology and extensive training as a Wholeness Coach, Okafor has brought in a unique perspective that transcends mere technological empowerment.
As a Wholeness and Digital Parenting Coach, she specialises in guiding parents and individuals through the intricacies a and nuances of the 21st century and its Challenges.