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Handbook 2: “Disinformation, medias and manipulation with medias in democratic societies and how to stay democratic in these times”

Handbook 2: “Disinformation, medias and manipulation with medias in democratic societies and how to stay democratic in these times”

This handbook is based on the Learning, Teaching, Training Activity (LTTA) “Disinformation, Media, and Manipulation in Democratic Societies,” part of the project “Do You Know Your Democracy?” Held from 04.10.2024 to 14.10.2024 in Avrillé-les-Ponceaux, France, this LTTA focused on non-formal education and learning-by-doing approaches. The LTTA aimed to build the skills of youth leaders in media literacy, recognizing disinformation, media manipulation, and the role of media in democratic societies. Through interactive sessions, participants developed learning goals, explored their own limits, and exchanged ideas on good practices in these areas.

 

This handbook includes 10 workshops on topics like media’s role in society, social media’s impact, media and democracy, identifying fake news, and disinformation in the EU and Balkan contexts. Designed for flexible use across various settings (schools, youth organizations, online/offline), it includes workshops that have been refined based on participant feedback to support youth leaders in educating others.

 

We hope this resource aids youth workers, educators, and teachers in fostering informed and democratic communities. It serves as both a starting point for new projects and a practical tool for training on media literacy and democratic engagement.

 

Click on the image below to open the handbook.

Want to read materials in other languages?

 

They are also available in Croatian, Estonian, French, and Swedish. 

Click the image(s) below for the versions in other languages.

First meeting of Youth Leaders Hub in North Macedonia

First meeting of Youth Leaders Hub in North Macedonia

In May, Youth Council Next Generation established a Youth Leader’s hub that will serve as a platform for young people aged 18-25 to learn, discuss and plan actions related to the topics of democracy and media literacy.

 

Youth Leader’s hub is implemented as part of the EYT “Do you know your democracy?” project, co-financed by the Europan Union and implemented with our partners from Croatia, North Macedonia, France, and Sweden.

This first session of the hub served as a foundation for young people to learn about the fundamentals of democracy.

 

Participants explored the main keywords associated to democracy as well as the different democratic principles that exist.


Through a detailed SWOT analysis on the types of democracy and comprehensive discussion the participants expanded their knowledge on the topic.

ProCivitas Youth Hub Inspires Students to Reflect on Malmö and Democracy

ProCivitas Youth Hub Inspires Students to Reflect on Malmö and Democracy

On May 8, 2024, ProCivitas High School students gathered for a unique Youth Hub session as part of the “Do You Know YOUR DEMOCRACY?” project, facilitated by Well Being LAB. This event provided an interactive and introspective space for students to explore democracy, international opportunities, and their own perspectives on Malmö.

 

In one memorable exercise, students participated in “The Malmö Heart,” a creative activity where they shared their feelings about their city and wrote messages to local decision-makers. This exercise sparked powerful reflections and gave the students a chance to express hopes for Malmö’s future. The session also included a guided meditation, encouraging students to connect with their surroundings and sense of self, accompanied by relaxing music from Austin Farwell.

 

Students left the workshop feeling inspired, with several showing interest in future international training opportunities through Erasmus+, though some were limited by age requirements. This session at ProCivitas highlights the Youth Hub’s mission to reach and engage Malmö’s youth from diverse backgrounds, fostering both civic awareness and a sense of community.

The second workshop of the hub in Croatia

The second workshop of the hub in Croatia

We organised the second workshop in the Young Leaders Hub Croatia as part of the “Do you know YOUR DEMOCRACY?” project!

 

The event took place on May 7, 2024, where we explored the concept of “politics” through interactive exercises and dived into a deeper understanding of two main political theories inspired by Aristotle and Machiavelli.

 

We analysed how politics can be understood and interpreted in various ways, examined the existing ideologies and meta-ideologies, and how to recognise them in political and media messages.

 

The next workshop is already scheduled for May 28, 2024! Don’t miss the new opportunity to discuss important topics. 💬

Establishment of digital Youth Leader’s Hub in Estonia

Establishment of digital Youth Leader’s Hub in Estonia

In April, Learning Library established a digital Youth Leader’s hub that will serve as a platform for young people aged 18-25 to learn, discuss and plan actions related to the topics of democracy and media literacy.

 

Youth Leader’s hub is implemented as part of the EYT “Do you know your democracy?” project, co-financed by the Europan Union and implemented with our partners from Croatia, North Macedonia, France, and Sweden.

 

During the first meeting, participants had a chance to learn more about the project, get to know each other through several ice-breaking exercises, and already make plans for the upcoming meetings. At the end of the meeting, participants also received small homework tasks in order to prepare for working together during the next month and starting to dive deeper into envisioned topics.

 

This article was originally posted on the partner’s website. This is the link to the post on partner’s website.

 

Learning Library Hub

Learning Library Hub

About the partner organisation

 

Learning Library is an SME (Small and Midsize Enterprise) company from Estonia focused on providing services in the field of education and learning. The company idea was created in 2021, while the company officially registered in 2022.

 

The company’s headquarters are based in Tallinn, Estonia, but the business activities take place across Europe thanks to Estonia’s leading role in digitalising businesses.

 

Our mission is to bring innovation and new educational approaches to learning and educating.

 

Our approach is based on non-formal education (NFE) since, as a team, we come from the background of working in the field of NFE and bring together more than 10 years of experience and expertise. We cooperate with educational organisations, institutions and other companies connected to the field of NFE.

 

 

About the hub in Estonia

 

Hub in Estonia is organised in virtual surrounding, gathering 25 youngsters across the country during the regular monthly activities in format of meetings and campaigns.

 

Hub was initially launched in April 2024. through an online meeting. You can learn more about launch of the hub by clicking on this link.

 

The activities take place every month, and if you want to join the activities feel free to reach out by using contact form from this site.

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CONTACT INFORMATION OF THE HUB

Learning Library OÜ

Ahtri tn 12, 15551 Tallinn, Estonia

Contact us through our website, or by sending us a mail.

Call for participants: Do you know your democracy?

Call for participants: Do you know your democracy?

Call for participants: Training course “Democracy, its importance and our local communities as democratic societies” in Struga, North Macedonia

 

14-24 June 2024 | Struga, North Macedonia

 

We are looking for 6 participants per participating country to join the international training course on the project “Do you know your DEMOCRACY?“ in Struga, North Macedonia from 14th to 24th June 2024.

 

DATES: 14 – 24 June 2024

LOCATION: Struga, North Macedonia

PARTICIPANTS: 6 per country

COUNTRIES: North Macedonia – Croatia – Sweden – France – Estonia

 

The working language of the event will be English.

Profile of participants:

  • Young individuals aged 18+ residing in partner organizations’ countries.
  • Possess at least a communicative level of English language, enabling them to actively engage in preparatory meetings, the training course, and subsequent activities.
  • Motivated to work on the development of their personal and professional competencies in an international setting (communication, teamwork, problem-solving, conflict management, facilitation, and presentation).
  • Exhibit a strong interest in the central theme of the project: democracy, active citizenship, civic engagement
  • Be motivated to participate in a mix-intercultural learning environment, and to contribute to successful project implementation.

 

Travel and accommodation:

Travel and all related costs will be fully covered by the organisers. Accommodation is also covered by organisers, 3 meals per day and coffee breaks.

 

Activitiy is implemented as part of the project “Do you know YOUR DEMOCRACY?”. 

 

For more information and application form, check the links below.

 

INFOPACK
APPLICATION FORM

Carousel8 Hub

Carousel8 Hub

About the partner organisation

 

We are a non-governmental organisation from Zagreb, established in order to provide learning and volunteering opportunities to youth.

 

Carousel 8 is working on informing youngsters and other target groups about local, national and European opportunities for their personal and professional development.

In the local community, Carousel 8 organises educational workshops focused on personal development and active citizenship, primarily through volunteering opportunities and mentoring informal groups of youngsters.

 

We organise local workshops on the topics of mental health, media literacy, ecology, active participation and intercultural dialogue to raise the active citizenship of youngsters and support them in reaching their full potential.

 

 

About the hub in Croatia

 

Youth Leaders’ Hub in Croatia was established in April 2024 and activities are organised monthly in the space of the local municipality in Zagreb. Hub gathers 25 young people from Zagreb and its surroundings, age 18-25 where they explore topics of democracy and media literacy. Our hub is a dedicated space where young individuals gather to develop leadership skills, learn about democratic processes, and engage in social initiatives.

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Establishment of digital Youth Leader’s Hub in Croatia

Establishment of digital Youth Leader’s Hub in Croatia

In April, Carousel 8 established a Youth Leader’s hub in the space of the local municipality in Zagreb. Our hub is a dedicated space where young individuals gather to develop leadership skills, learn about democratic processes, and engage in social initiatives.
 
Youth Leader’s Hub is implemented as part of the EYT “Do you know your democracy?” project, co-financed by the Europan Union and implemented with our partners from Estonia, North Macedonia, France, and Sweden.

The first workshop of the Youth Leaders’ Hubs in Zagreb began with activities that helped participants get to know each other. They introduced themselves using associative cards and learned about the project “Do you know Your Democracy?”, and its goals and activities.


Participants shared their views on democracy through interactive exercises and explored what democracy means to them by choosing and explaining photos that represented their views. Participants also learned about the history of democracy and different levels of youth participation in decision-making through Hart’s Ladder of Participation, emphasising genuine involvement.

Youth Hub in Rosengård Empowers Local Youth to Discover Democracy

Youth Hub in Rosengård Empowers Local Youth to Discover Democracy

On April 28, 2024, youth in Rosengård, Malmö, gathered for an inspiring event under the banner of the “Do You Know YOUR DEMOCRACY?” project. This initiative, a collaboration between Well Being LAB and the ZigZag association, aims to empower young people in socioeconomically vulnerable communities by educating them about democratic values and international opportunities. The session, led by Emir Mujezinovic from Well Being LAB, was the first in a series of Youth Hubs designed to spark civic engagement and personal growth.

 

The event brought together 25 participants, primarily from Rosengård, a diverse neighbourhood known for its strong immigrant community. Most participants were between 17 and 25 years old, engaged in youth work within the ZigZag association. This dynamic group engaged in discussions about democracy, listened to an inspirational talk on studying abroad through Erasmus+ opportunities, and learned about upcoming training opportunities in Struga. A storytelling session featuring Bosnian folktales connected participants to cultural wisdom and highlighted the value of shared heritage.

 

Feedback from the event was overwhelmingly positive. In the open and inclusive format, each participant had a voice, fostering a true sense of community and involvement. After the formal presentation, many participants stayed to ask questions, reflecting a genuine interest in learning more about democratic engagement and international prospects.

 

With this successful start, the Youth Hub in Rosengård promises to be a vital space for young people to connect, learn, and envision their roles in shaping the future.