Standing Room Only To Watch Mask: NextGen CEO Avni Trivedi At IA Offices

Empowering the Next Generation: Inside IA’s MASK NextGen Education Showcase

In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, the safety and emotional well-being of young people has never been more important. Last week, the International Accelerator proudly hosted a special community showcase, bringing together educators, parents, investors, and advocates from across Central Texas to meet the team behind MASK NextGen—a groundbreaking platform committed to protecting children online and building healthier digital habits.

The evening featured an insightful, in-depth platform overview led by Avni Trivedi, CEO & Co-Founder of MASK NextGen, who shared how the company is transforming what family-focused digital safety looks like in 2025 and beyond.

A Mission That Matters: Technology with a Purpose

MASK NextGen was built on a powerful belief:Every child deserves a safe space to learn, connect, and grow online.

From cyberbullying and screen addiction to exploitation and real-world harm, digital risks are rising at a pace most parents struggle to keep up with. Avni and her team are developing technology designed not just to monitor — but to educate, empower, and prevent harm before it happens.

Their platform provides:

• Smart behavior detection to identify unsafe interactions and emotional distress

• Adaptive features that promote mental well-being and healthy screen habits

• Tools for parents and educators to respond early and effectively

• A proactive ecosystem that supports children both online and offline

Standing Together for Children & Families

We were deeply honored to be joined by two outstanding Texas organizations leading the fight for children’s rights and family safety:

• Texas Advocacy Project, Inc. — providing free legal and social services to survivors of abuse

• NOT ON OUR WATCH INC — supporting vulnerable youth through advocacy, education, and empowerment

  
  

Their work ensures the most powerful technology solutions are paired with the necessary human support and legal protections. Together with MASK NextGen, their leadership reinforces a movement where communities stand united for our children’s safety — not just online, but in all areas of life.

The International Accelerator’s Role: Backing Founders Who Build a Better Future

At the International Accelerator, we believe that innovation thrives when driven by purpose. MASK NextGen represents a new generation of founders — those using AI and digital intelligence not to optimize convenience, but to protect humanity.

We are incredibly proud to support Avni and her team as they scale their mission here in Austin and ultimately to schools and families around the world.

Looking Ahead

The conversations sparked during this showcase reaffirmed something we already knew:The responsibility to protect our children cannot be delegated. It must be shared.

With bold founders like Avni leading the charge, supported by strong community partners and engaged families, we are moving toward a future in which kids can thrive online — safely, confidently, and without fear.

We look forward to continuing this journey with MASK NextGen and the leaders who make this work possible.