The COVID-19 pandemic 2020 has accentuated global inequalities in access to resources structuring research globally. The consequences for the production and exchange of knowledge, also regarding gender are yet to be seen. We have tried to adapt our projects to the current situation and you can find out more here.In the upcoming three years (until 2022), AREACORE will focus on strengthening research and practice in Media and Information Literacy in Europe and the Arab World. The model on Access, Awareness, Assessment, Appreciation and Action by Paul Mihalidis constitutes one important commitment in our work.

The model on Access, Awareness, Assessment, Appreciation and Action by Paul Mihalidis
Media and digital literacy not only trains individuals to think critically about media messages, analyze propaganda and protect themselves from misleading communication, it also empowers citizens to use digital media tools to express their convictions and opinions and respond to those who have hijacked their beliefs and targeted their communities. The integrative nature of media and digital literacy education makes it flexible to tackle complex issues, including violent extremism, but also spanning sectarianism, racism, sexism, homophobia, xenophobia, and populism.