Every year, June 30 is celebrated as ‘Social Media Day’. The purpose of this day is to encourage people to reflect on this modern medium and understand its positive and negative impacts.
A quick look at the history of social media:
1997: The first social media site, SixDegrees, was launched.
2004: Facebook was launched, which changed people's lifestyles.
Today: Millions of people actively use Instagram, X (Twitter), WhatsApp, and YouTube daily.
Its Impact:
Made communication easier.
Helped raise awareness, support education, and create jobs.
On the other hand, it has also become a source of misinformation, so it’s important to stay alert.