Tami Bhaumik

Tami Bhaumik is the Vice President of Civility and Partnerships at Roblox where she spearheads the platform's digital civility initiative. To establish healthy and safe communities, Tami is focused on providing kids, teens, parents, and caregivers with the skills needed to create positive online experiences, in partnership with leading global safety and industry organizations. She is Chairman of the Board of the Family Online Safety Institute (FOSI), Board Member of the Tech Coalition, and an advisory board member for the Digital Wellness Lab/Boston Children’s Hospital.

We Live in a Brave New World – What Teens Want

Teens today are growing up in an unprecedented reality—a world shaped by the constant presence of social media, rapid digital advancements, and increasingly complex challenges. While they’re more connected than ever online, many report feelings of loneliness, isolation, and heightened anxiety.

This session dives into the shifting preferences of adolescents in the digital media and gaming landscape, informed by groundbreaking research from UCLA's Center for Scholars & Storytellers, as well as other studies conducted over the past year. Sharon, with her extensive experience building IPs, and Tami, who spearheads digital civility initiatives at Roblox, will provide actionable insights for creators and developers. Together, they’ll bridge the gap between research-driven data and real-world content strategies, guiding the industry toward more meaningful and impactful engagement with today’s youth.

Join us to explore the implications of these trends and how they can inform the creation of compelling, youth-focused content. With expertise spanning fantasy world-building, digital civility, and adolescent behavior, Sharon and Tami will share actionable insights to help creators and developers connect meaningfully with today’s teens.

It’s time to bust stereotypes like "Teens Only Want Fame and Attention,” ”Movies are Dead for Teens,“ "Teens Only Care About Viral Trends,” and labels such as "Skibidi Toilet Generation."