-Improve critical thinking and media literacy, training young volunteers as coaches to impart their knowledge to adults and seniors.

-Improve intergenerational responsibility and digital commitment in society, providing spaces for debate and exchanges amongst citizens of different ages on disinformation, digital citizenship, and civic commitment.

-Increase trust in media to promote political participation, directly involving journalists in the definition of training content for media literacy, organising European-level debates on journalism and panels on the role of journalists and media in the political awareness of citizens.

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Where

The participating countries are Belgium, France, Greece, and Italy. During the 24-month project, a variety of activities will be carried out:

-An analysis of European-level good practices to develop methodologies, content, and materials;

-Transnational training events and workshops in Belgium, France, Greece, and Italy dedicated to 160 young participants, who will then tutor 160 elders.

-Intergenerational local training events;

-An evaluation of the training process and the publication of related scientific articles;

-Three national and one transnational debate and the subsequent drafting of policy recommandations with the contribution of the participants.

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Who

Young people (18-25 old)

Older people (50 and over)

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Partnership

Together with EAVI the following will contribute to the project: Athens Lifelong Learning Institute, Greece (lead partner), European Association for the Education of Adults (Belgium), Federation Europeenne des Journalistes (Belgium), E-Seniors: Initiation des Seniors Aux Ntic Associations (France), Pistes solidaires (France), People Behind Make (Greece), Fondazione Mondo Digitale (Italy), Istituto comprensivo di Bosco Chiesanuova, Polo europeo della conoscenza (Italy).

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E-engAGEd Events

Artificial Intelligence and Media Literacy
EAVI recently coordinated a social event under the E-engAGEd project, bringing together over 150 participants from more than 20 countries. The event featured an intergenerational debate on media literacy and digital responsibility, with a focus on “Artificial Intelligence: Which Skills Do I Need?” Dr. Letiția Pârcălăbescu, member of the EAVI Advisory Board, and Paolo Celot discussed AI basics, misconceptions, and responsible use, including how to counter deepfakes and misinformation.

Intergenerational Digital Engagement Project
EAVI coordinated the final event of the CERV-supported Intergenerational Digital Engagement Project, titled “Beyond Generations: A Shared Vision for the Future of Media Integrity.” With 150+ participants from over 20 countries, the event featured a keynote by Paolo Celot on Big Tech’s societal impact and the need for strong digital skills and EU policy reform. Renate Schroeder of the European Federation of Journalists also shared insights on rebuilding trust in media

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More information
Contact Semih Solmaz for more information HERE.