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“CAN WE TALK? Tips for Respectful Conversation”

2022-2-LU01-KA153-YOU-0000913142022Mobility of youth workersfinalized
Countries: LU|PT|MD|GE|AM|SI|CY|LT|IT|HR|DE · Grant: €63,422
Democracy and inclusive democratic participationHuman rights and rule of lawMedia literacy and tackling disinformation

Objectives

The project "CAN WE TALK? Tips for Respectful Conversation" consisted of two parts: a training course and a seminar, both held in Luxembourg. These events brought together participants from Luxembourg, Germany, Slovenia, Armenia, Portugal, Italy, Cyprus, and Lithuania. Some participants were refugees, primarily from Ukraine, which enriched the project with diverse perspectives not only on intercultural dialogue, but particularly on hate speech. The aim of the project was to address the growing issue (initially caused by the COVID pandemic but later also by the war in Ukraine) of online hate speech and promote respectful communication, particularly among youth. The key objectives were: Raising Awareness and Engagement: By equipping youth workers, educators, and trainers with practical tools, such as the "Bookmarks" manual, the project empowered participants to tackle hate speech in their communities and promote more respectful conversations. Promoting Intercultural Dialogue and Human Rights: Participants gained a deeper understanding of the thin line between hate speech and freedom of expression, peace education, conflict resolution, and the role of intercultural dialogue in preventing hate speech. This enabled youth workers to promote inclusive and respectful communities. Developing Critical Thinking and Media Literacy: The project focused on equipping participants with the competences to identify misinformation and understand its role in fueling hate speech. A guidebook created during the seminar (attached to the report) in Luxembourg provided an ongoing resource for youth workers to enhance digital literacy. Empowering Youth Workers as Change-Makers: Through collaborative activities, participants learned how to lead workshops and engage others in efforts to prevent hate speech. The project fostered long-term partnerships, supporting further work in hate speech prevention and respectful communication.

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