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Natalie Hampton: She overcame bullying by creating a world changing app, Sit With Us
Natalie Hampton: She overcame bullying by creating a world changing app, Sit With Us
Natalie Hampton: She overcame bullying by creating a world changing app, Sit With Us
Friday 26th October 2018
Natalie Hampton discusses creating the Sit With Us app to combat school bullying and foster inclusivity. Hear her inspiring journey on 'Thriving With Technology'.
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Get the buttons here!Natalie Hampton: Transforming School Lunches with the Sit With Us App
I was thinking on my experience and I was thinking about what, if I didn't have to go through all of this in the first place, it would have been so nice to have at least one person to talk to through all of that, because I truly felt so alone and I really felt like if I had had one person. I mean you had the wherewithal to think about helping others.
Imagine being in middle school and feeling completely alone during lunch. That was Natalie Hampton's reality until she decided to turn her painful experience into something positive. Now a 19-year-old freshman at Stanford and a youth delegate to the United Nations, Natalie created the Sit With Us app, which helps students find welcoming lunch companions.
In this episode of 'Thriving With Technology', host August Brice sits down with Natalie to explore her journey from being bullied to becoming one of People Magazine's 25 Women Changing The World. Natalie shares how her traumatic middle school years motivated her to develop an app that fosters inclusivity and combats bullying. Sit With Us allows students who feel isolated to connect with peers willing to offer a friendly seat at lunch.
The app has gained international acclaim for its simple yet powerful approach to creating a more inclusive school environment. August and Natalie dive into the app's features, such as its easy-to-use interface and the positive impact it's had on school communities worldwide. They also discuss a special collaboration with Sevenly.org, aimed at raising awareness and funds to support the app's mission.
This episode is packed with insights on how technology can be harnessed for social good and offers a heartwarming look at one young woman's determination to make a difference. If you've ever wondered how a single idea can spark change, this conversation is a must-listen. Natalie Hampton's story is a testament to the power of resilience and innovation in the face of adversity.