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Mobilization of young people using online chanels

2023-3-AT01-KA152-YOU-0001735452023Mobility of young peopleongoing
Countries: AT|RO|MK|HU|CZ|TR · Grant: €38,190
Democracy and inclusive democratic participationDigital skills and competencesPromotion of alternative forms of participation

Objectives

The main goal of the DIGI-ACT project was to support young people in becoming more involved in digital activism and improving their understanding of digital citizenship, as long as exists a majority of individuals who see a need for political system reform and support increased youth involvement in decision-making. Thus, DIGI-ACT aimed to tackle the issue of young people being underrepresented in political processes, as less than 3% of parliamentarians worldwide are under 30 years old. The goals of DIGI-ACT were to provide young people with necessary digital skills to navigate the sofisticated and continuously changing digital environment, addressing to the issues outlined in the "Covid-19 impact on youth participation and youth spaces" report, which showed significant disruptions to youth involvement and spaces due to the pandemic. Online interaction became an important method for young people to participate, but many youths questioned the trustworthiness of online procedures, especially regarding political entities, because of worries about misinformation and the impact of fraudulent profiles. During an 8-day youth exchange program, DIGI-ACT promoted online youth activism, awareness of human rights, and digital citizenship among the 42 attendees, developing meanwhile a critical understanding of online media among these young people by educating them about the benefits and disadvantages of the internet. Furthermore, DIGI-ACT examined and explained how digital storytelling can be used to elevate the youngsters voices and improve their understanding of online campaign tactics. Last but not least, DIGI-ACT followed to offer young people the ability to use digital technologies for making a difference in society, motivating them to actively take part in civic engagement and activism using online tools , paving the way in which new wave of young people who are adept at using technology and actively involved in politics, by tackling issues such as digital literacy and scepticism towards online information. The certain goals to be accomplished by DIGI-ACT was to enhance the comprehension and implementation of online activism among the participants during the 8-day youth exchange, promoting digital citizenship. This meant showing regard for human rights and promoting accountable online conduct, empowering young people to be engaged digital individuals. By training the Participants about the Benefits and Drawbacks of the Internet, DIGI-ACT aimed to educate participants on the advantages and disadvantages of the internet, encompassing the advantages of worldwide connection and availability of information, along with the difficulties presented by false information, cyberbullying, and online hatred. Investigating Digital Storytelling for Online Activism introduced digital storytelling as a potent tool for activism was a unique aspect of the project, opening the path to investigate how stories spread on digital platforms could be leveraged to advance social progress and enhance the voices of young people in a significant manner. Improving Participants' Comprehension of Online Campaigning - DIGI-ACT also sought to enhance the participants' abilities and expertise in conducting successful online campaigns, aiming to equip youngsters with practical tips and tactics to participate in digital activism campaigns, using online resources to promote their interests and encourage increased civic involvement. All these objectives were created in order to provide to the participants the necessary skills and knowledge to responsibly navigate the digital world and to utilize it as a tool for driving societal change.

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