Wednesday, October 1, 2025 - 12-1 p.m. CT via Zoom

Presenter: Anthony Turner, MA, LICSW

1 CEU - Cultural Responsiveness or Clinical

Participants will explore the unique characteristics and challenges of Generation Alpha, the fi rst generation to grow up fully immersed in an AI-driven world. This presentation will delve into how technology, including AI, and the unprecedented impact of COVID-19 have shaped the development of social interest and interpersonal connections among today’s youth. Social workers and educators will gain valuable insights into fostering social interest in Generation Alpha, while addressing the long-lasting eff ects of the pandemic on their social and emotional growth. Professionals will be equipped with strategies to build meaningful relationships and support emotional development, enabling them to eff ectively guide the next generation through an ever-evolving landscape

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify the Key Influences on Generation Alpha’s Social Development: Participants will examine the role of AI, technology, and the COVID-19 pandemic in shaping the social and emotional development of Generation Alpha, understanding how these factors infl uence social interest and interpersonal connections.

2. Understand the Long-Term Impacts of COVID-19 and Rapid AI Transformation on Generation Alpha’s Social Skills: Participants will explore how the combined eff ects of the COVID-19 pandemic and rapid AI advancements have shaped the social development of Generation Alpha, including challenges related to isolation, digital dependence, and shifting social dynamics

3. Explore Strategies to Foster Social Interest and Meet Generation Alpha Where They Are: Attendees will gain practical strategies for cultivating social interest and meaningful relationships with Generation Alpha, focusing on how to meet them where they are, including through digital platforms and understanding their unique needs.