The objectives of the project Integration through intergenerational digital learning were: 1. activating older refugees and migrants (diversity) for linguistic, vocational, social and cultural education. 2. imparting media skills, especially computer skills (addressing digital transformation). 3. reducing barriers to education through intergenerational learning (innovative methods).
During Covid-19, it became very clear that computer skills are especially important for refugees to be part of society and to actively participate in it. To participate in digital classes, e.g. digital language and integration courses, not only knowledge of how to use digital devices is required, but also access to a computer or tablet. It is difficult to participate via a smartphone, and even if there is a computer in the family, the children need it to do their schoolwork. In this project, we had the opportunity to train volunteers who can regularly train the target groups and help provide computers.