Media can be a powerful tool for empowering young people to become actors of positive transformation in their communities and beyond. Referring to advocacy and community building, media can help young people to connect with others
Are video games really just a waste of time? This article challenges common stereotypes by exploring how responsible gaming can foster critical thinking, creativity, teamwork, digital skills, and personal growth while highlighting the importance of balance.
As part of the MEDActive Youth: Informing the Balkans project, a textbook and curriculum on news literacy titled “Sorting Facts from Fiction: Critical Thinking vs. Information Disorder and Propaganda” have been developed. These publications represent a valuable resource – a comprehensive teaching material pack – for educating youth about news literacy and critical thinking. The… Continue reading Sorting Facts from Fiction – Textbook and Curriculum
Procrastination is usually seen as a problematic way of getting things done for young adults or students. When students procrastinate, they divert time from academics toward other activities, returning to academics at a later time, or at the last moment…
Online gender-based violence is an growing threat to young people in an increasingly digital world. This article explores emerging forms of online abuse, the impact on young people, and the role of media literacy, education and stronger protections in creating safer digital spaces.
In our analysis we will reflect on the efficiency of the most recent government measures combating youth unemployment in Serbia through its programme “My First Salary”…
We believe that now we have reached awareness among young men and women in all Arab regions about the importance of the private project or entrepreneurship, as there is a great movement from the government sector and also from the private sector to support entrepreneurship
In the digital age, social media platforms have transformed the way we communicate, connect, and share information. However, this unprecedented connectivity has also given rise to a darker side of interaction – social media bullying. As these platforms have become integral parts of daily life, the prevalence and impact of online harassment, cyber-bullying, and digital abuse have gained alarming momentum, posing serious challenges for users worldwide.
What are the recommendations and proposals for public youth policies and advocacy campaigns provided by the research conducted from May to July 2020 in Serbia?
Donald Trump’s election in 2016 In the digital age, social media platforms have revolutionized the way we consume news and information. Among these, Facebook stands out as a dominant force, influencing public opinion and even political outcomes. The 2016 U.S. presidential election, which saw Donald Trump emerge victorious, serves as a stark example of how… Continue reading How fake sites affect forming people’s opinion on Facebook
UNESCO’s new toolkit helps media organisations promote media literacy, trust and information integrity.
Screens are everywhere. They rest in pockets, glow on desks, illuminate bedrooms, and quietly shape how young people think, feel, and connect. For many adolescents and young adults, digital spaces are no longer separate from “real life”, they are simply life itself.