Introduktion
Greetings, my peers,
I am genuinely grateful for this platform to share my insights and experiences with you here at the London School of Economics.

For those who might not be familiar with me, allow me to introduce myself. I'm Marisa Ranthe, a student like many of you, studying at the Department of Media and Communications at the London School of Economics.

My focus today revolves around the realms of social media and, more importantly, the concept of social responsibility, a topic I believe resonates with all of us in our chosen field of study.

Imagine a world without Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or WhatsApp during school hours. What would your immediate reaction be?[^1^] I suspect that many would be opposed to such a restriction.

I, too, champion the idea that social media platforms are powerful tools for self-expression. Yet, I also firmly believe that they should be restricted within educational environments.

Utdrag
Shifting gears, let's discuss corporate marketing on social media platforms. These platforms are pivotal for brands because of the immense attraction they hold for many of us.

Some might even say we're tethered to these platforms, making them an ideal medium to engage with a vast young audience.

On the surface, this strategy appears impeccable, but it's not without flaws. Over time, Facebook has seen an uptick in contentious and prejudiced content.

It's no longer just a cheerful space brimming with delightful recipes or cherished family photos. Research indicates that issues like extremism, hate speech, and misinformation aren't being effectively mitigated.

This stance contrasts with Facebook's assertions of proactively combating these challenges on their platform.

A crucial takeaway I'd like to emphasize today is our influence as consumers. Brands are reliant on us for their sustenance. This power brings me to a recommendation for all: adopt and advocate for mindful consumption.