German teachers oppose social media curbs for teens amid voting age debate
The president of the German Teachers’ Association has spoken out against plans to restrict young people’s social media use. Stefan Düll argued that such limits would clash with recent moves to lower the voting age to 16. His comments come as debates grow over digital access for teenagers across the EU and Germany.
Düll criticised proposals to tighten social media rules for under-16s, including stricter age checks. These ideas gained attention in mid-2024 after the Bundesschülerkonferenz called for tougher enforcement of age limits. General Secretary Amy Kirchhoff had earlier outlined the plan on the organisation’s website.
The debate highlights tensions between digital safeguarding and youth participation. With voting rights expanding for 16-year-olds, calls to limit their social media access face growing opposition. Düll’s stance reflects wider concerns about balancing protection with access to social security.
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