The Disconnected Project is a visual storytelling that explores how digital technology, particularly smartphones, is reshaping the ways children and teens interact in public spaces. The project invites critical reflection on the evolving dynamics of connection and disconnection in contemporary society.
In collaboration with iConnect Lab, the project is also part of broader educational efforts aimed at promoting the digital well-being of young people and advancing media literacy education. It extends into schools and community programs, bridging art and pedagogy to strengthen critical thinking and media consumption.
Artistic Motivation & Goals:
- Reinforce digital and media literacy through visual and participatory arts
- Inspire children and youth to reimagine their relationship with digital devices and shared public spaces
- Advance creative inquiry into social behavior, isolation, and the influence of technology
Artist Biography:
Dr. Flávia Ferreira Santos is a media researcher, visual storyteller, and founder of iConnect Lab, a mission-driven initiative dedicated to advancing media literacy through research, education, and creative practice. Her work explores the intersection of art and academia to foster a more reflective, critically engaged, and media-literate generation.