The Youth Media Literacy Declaration calls on youth and civil society organisations, educational institutions and media actors across Europe to support stronger youth media literacy and critical thinking.
The article explores the rise of performative online activism, questioning whether likes, shares and hashtags can replace real civic engagement. It calls for moving beyond passive awareness toward concrete action, empathy and responsibility.
Do you want to strengthen your news literacy and critical thinking skills? Welcome to an engaging and practical online course designed to help you navigate today’s complex media landscape and become more resilient to fake news, misinformation, and propaganda.
Safer Internet Day is not just about protecting our devices or setting strong passwords. It is about understanding the space we spend so much time in. It is about learning how information reaches us, why certain content appears on our screens, and how easily our opinions can be influenced without us even noticing.
At a time when young people are increasingly exposed to complex information environments – shaped by algorithms, platform dynamics, and artificial intelligence – the need for structured, high-quality media literacy education is more evident than ever. The MAYnet Work Plan 2026 addresses this need through a combination of education, content production, network development, and advocacy.
We are proud to announce the establishment of the MEDIActive Youth Network (MAYnet) – a growing European network of youth organisations dedicated to promoting media literacy, critical thinking, and youth media activism.
In recent years, the digital life of Albanian youth has grown at an extraordinary pace, turning social media platforms into central spaces for communication, entertainment, and identity building. But alongside this rapid expansion, a troubling reality has taken shape…
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
On August 8, 2025, the European Media Freedom Act (EMFA) officially comes into force, introducing the first-ever comprehensive EU-level legislation dedicated to protecting media freedom, pluralism, and the independence of journalists. Although it primarily applies to EU member states, its influence will likely extend across Europe, especially in neighboring regions.
In an era where information is both abundant and weaponized, the challenge is no longer just to combat propaganda but to understand why it thrives, even after the dramatic shifts that seemed to promise its decline.
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
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