Screen time and mental health: how to thrive free from devices

At the heart of Tanya’s journey is one core belief: nothing is more powerful than genuine human connection. She has witnessed this truth in refugee camps, disaster zones, and boardrooms—where strong relationships became the lifeline that allowed people to adapt and thrive in times of challenge. Now working with teams and communities, Tanya helps people rediscover connection as a source of creativity, fulfillment, and resilience. As a mother of two young daughters, Tanya feels this belief is more urgent than ever. She sees how digital technologies compete for attention and threaten the time and space needed for real-world connection. Through Look Up Hong Kong, she supports parents in navigating these realities with balance and hope. She champions “know tech, not no tech”, inviting open conversations rather than conflict. For Tanya, whether raising children, guiding communities, or supporting organizations, connection is always the path to thriving.

Robert is the founder of Look Up Hong Kong, a registered Hong Kong non-profit on a mission to help families prepare their children for a digital future while safeguarding their wellbeing. The organization champions device-free activities, real-world experiences, and gradual, child-centered technology introduction through evidence-based programs that forge coalitions across Hong Kong's cultural, educational, and regulatory environment. Robert has called Hong Kong home for 28 years and serves as Executive Vice President of Healthcare for Weber Shandwick. As both a communications executive and parent advocate, Robert brings unique expertise in building community movements and driving meaningful conversations around childhood digital wellness, combining professional strategic communication skills with passionate advocacy for protecting children's developmental wellbeing.

Dr Charles Brantly is a UK-trained and qualified general practitioner. He graduated from Imperial College Medical School and completed his general practice training in London. Charles had developed an interest in Hong Kong over many years and made the move to relocate here with his family in 2014. Charles has an old-fashioned approach to general practice and believes in offering a “cradle to grave” service to his patients. He has a special interest in preventative medicine, cardiovascular disease, mental health and sports science. Charles grew up in the expatriate community of Brazil and speaks fluent Portuguese and Spanish. He is married to a Hong Konger and has two daughters. He is a keen squash player and enjoys outdoor activities. Charles works full time as a doctor and is also a managing partner at Central Health medical practice. He cares for patients in the hospital setting when required and provides out of hours services to his regular patients.