The meeting is part of Digital Rights Programme for Civil Society Organisations, jointly organised by Asia Centre and Google Asia Pacific.
In today’s digital landscape, Media Information Literacy (MIL) stands as the cornerstone, providing individuals with essential skills to navigate the vast sea of information and counter the rising tide of disinformation and misinformation propagated by various state and non-state actors. Bridging the digital literacy gap is a critical task, and Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) emerge as pivotal actors entrusted by society to educate communities and advocate for policies safeguarding rights and freedoms in the digital realm. As changemakers in the broader context of human rights, CSOs play a transformative role in championing the cause of a digitally literate populace. Their efforts ensure that community members can navigate the digital realm confidently, free from concerns about cybersecurity, privacy, freedom of expression, bullying, or falling victim to digital inequities. In this session, participants will delve into the diverse MIL projects undertaken by various CSOs across Asia. These initiatives, encompassing capacity building, training, workshops, curriculum development, and community projects, contribute to the journey of ensuring and empowering digital rights. Additionally, the session will address the challenges faced by CSOs in facilitating MIL across different locations and occasions to promote a digitally literate society.
Date: 16 May 2024
Time: 5PM - 6.30PM (GMT+7)
Venue: Google Meet
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