Our Origin Story
Teen Difference was founded by Matthew Nam in 2022 November. After recognizing the growing disconnect between youth and older adults, Matthew started Teen Difference in order to facilitate intergenerational connections. With the intent to create change in his community, Matthew reached out to proactice students in his community.
In order to connect generations, Teen Difference began providing technology assistance programs to senior centers and communities around Montgomery County. Through these programs, Teen Difference allowed seniors to recieve help on problems with their technology devices while also allowing volunteers and seniors to build relationships.
Our Programs
One-To-One Sessions
Focus:
The priority of the one-to-one sessions is to help seniors with hardware or software issues on their devices.
Session Topics:
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Hardware issues with technology (ex. computer/phone not turning on)
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Assistance with using different apps
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Assistance with managing files and passwords
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Assistance to set-up smart TVs, printers, desktops, etc.
Group Information Sessions
Focus:
The priority for group information sessions is to teach seniors about the uses of their technology as well as how to use certain apps.
Session Topics:
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How to use messages and FaceTime
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Methods to download apps on the app store
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Using social media (Instagram, FaceBook, etc.)
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Using photos and videos
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Protection against viruses/malware when using the internet
Meet Our Team!
Matthew Nam
Founder / President
Matthew Nam, age 19, is a freshman at Brown University. He founded Teen Difference in 2022 and has served as the President ever since. Matthew plans on studying economics and mechanical engineering. Outside of school, he enjoys playing the piano, golf, and watching movies.
Andrew Nam
Vice President
Andrew Nam, age 15, is a freshman at Richard Montgomery High School. He joined Teen Difference back in 2022 and has been volunteering ever since. At school, Andrew is involved in his Student Government Association, as Finance Deputy for the county. In his free time, Andrew enjoys playing basketball, playing the piano, and listening to music.
Euna Kim
Vice President
Euna Kim, age 15, is a sophomore at Walter Johnson High School. She first joined Teen Difference in 2023. Euna enjoys working with and meeting new people. During the school year she teaches classes at her local Korean school and participates in orchestras around the county.