Younger Gen Z Miamians are rejecting the toxic hierarchy of their millennial predecessors. They are hosting "anti-influencer" dinners where phones are locked away. They are creating sober social clubs where status is measured by vulnerability, not net worth.
South Beach, with its vibrant nightlife and trendy restaurants, is also a hub for Miami Mean Girl activity. These young women can often be found sipping champagne and posing for Instagram photos at the beach's swankiest bars and clubs. miami mean girls
The common thread connecting these incidents is the role of technology. Bullying no longer stops at the school gates. The 2023 Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System reported a national increase in bullying at school, rising from 15% to 19%. More than three-quarters of students are frequent social media users, a habit linked to a higher prevalence of being bullied, feelings of hopelessness, and suicide risk. Younger Gen Z Miamians are rejecting the toxic