The European Union defines disinformation as deliberately created false or misleading content intended to cause public harm or generate profit. Worldwide, disinformation has become an increasingly sophisticated phenomenon, blending with manipulative communication tactics. This complexity is fueled by rapid advances in technology, such as deepfake tools and highly targeted influence campaigns. European societies today are overwhelmed by the sheer volume of digital content circulating online. Both established and emerging content creators contribute to this flow, resulting in the spread of fake news and misinformation. According to "Eurostat-Young people: digital world", for young people today, social media continues to dominate as the primary gateway to news and information. In 2024, 97% of EU citizens aged 16-29 report using the internet daily, up from earlier figures. Furthermore, 88% of youth participate in social networking activities, making these platforms central to their online lives, as set in "Eurostat – Social networking by age". Notably, 42% of Europeans aged 1630 now say social media (TikTok, Instagram, YouTube) is their main source for political and social news, surpassing traditional media channels, according to Euronews – Young Europeans face rising threat from misinformation as social media becomes main news source (Feb 2025). However, the ease of sharing and algorithmic amplification comes with risks: facts can be distorted, biased narratives are magnified, and echo chambers form, fostering polarization and manipulating public opinion. The result is a growing flood of manipulative messaging and increasing threats to social cohesion. Because online news grows at an unprecedented pace, the ability to question and verify information is critical. While research has progressed in automated detection of fake news, there is still limited emphasis on information literacy as a way to empower people to critically engage with what they see online. At the heart of information literacy is critical thinking, the ability to question content, examine evidence, and evaluate arguments. To address these challenges, the "Truth Seekers" initiative is a 12-month European project bringing together 40 young people aged 18-30 from Cyprus, Croatia, Spain, Latvia, and Greece. Its mission is to counter disinformation by strengthening critical thinking and advancing media literacy. The project promotes inclusive dialogue, challenges stereotypes and discrimination, and builds an international youth network committed to reliable information. Central to "Truth Seekers" is a seven-day youth exchange in Ammochostos, Cyprus, where participants collaborate, share perspectives, and co-create solutions. Our project objectives include: - Develop critical thinking skills among young participants to evaluate and question digital content effectively. - Strengthen media and digital literacy to identify, analyze, and counter misinformation and disinformation. - Foster intercultural dialogue and tolerance, connecting youth from diverse backgrounds across Europe. - Create practical tools and resources (guides, workshops, campaigns) to recognize and challenge manipulative content. - Build a sustainable international youth network dedicated to reliable information and democratic participation. - Increase participation of young people with fewer opportunities by enabling equal access to Erasmus+ and civic engagement platforms. The project’s goals and methods include stimulating open discussions on fake news, misinformation, and disinformation, while designing practical tools to recognize and address them. It aims to build young people’s digital and media literacy skills and encourage intercultural exchange. Fostering critical awareness, participants will learn to question narratives, assess credibility, and engage responsibly with digital media. "Truth Seekers" also seeks to strengthen mutual understanding and tolerance among young Europeans of diverse backgrounds and create a long-term network of active, critically minded citizens. The initiative tackles urgent gaps such as limited awareness of disinformation’s impact, low levels of digital literacy, and vulnerability to prejudices reinforced by false content. It further aims to include young Europeans with fewer opportunities, helping them access programs like Erasmus+ and express their voices in shaping democratic communities. Through non-formal education and interactive learning methods, participants will gain practical skills to analyze and debunk manipulative content. Activities will include media workshops, critical analysis exercises, cultural exploration, and public debates to enhance local and international youth work. Providing an inclusive platform, "Truth Seekers" empowers young people to make informed choices, foster intercultural understanding, and play an active role in Europe’s democratic future.