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Cyber-informed Youths for Better Engagement and Responsibility (CYBER)

2023-1-DE04-KA152-YOU-0001417722023Mobility of young peoplefinalized
Countries: DE|TR|EL · Grant: €18,182
Media literacy and tackling disinformationDigital safetyPreventing racism and discrimination

Objectives

The project sought to empower young people to navigate the digital world responsibly while fostering an inclusive intercultural dialogue. By increasing awareness about cyberspace ethics, such as identifying and avoiding hate speech, cyber-racism, and misinformation, the project aimed to cultivate critical thinking and digital literacy skills among participants. It was designed to equip youths with the ability to evaluate online content critically and develop appropriate netiquettes for healthier and more productive online interactions. Additionally, this CYBER project aimed to enhance intercultural competence by bringing together participants from diverse backgrounds to promote understanding, tolerance, and shared values. Ultimately, the objectives revolved around preparing participants to become informed, respectful, and digitally responsible global citizens. Specifically, this project objectives include: 1. Assessment of the media practices and netiquettes of youths previously 2. Cyber awareness with emphasis on online safety, online information resources and digital ethics 3. Enlightening youths on types of media bias and how to identify them through critical thinking 4. Equipping youths with required netiquette, and appropriate cyberspace usage devoid of unhealthy practices such as cyberracism, harassment and bullying.

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