MeLCi Lab - Media Literacy and Civic Cultures Lab

?? The latest special issue of Media & Jornalismo is out: Youth Perspectives on the World Around Them and Digital Citizenship Contexts. ?? This edition, co-edited by our own Maria José Brites, teresa sofia castro, and Paloma Contreras-Pulido,?features incredible contributions from members of the MeLCi Lab: Mariana Scalabrin Müller, Ana F. Oliveira, Carla Sousa, Cátia Casimiro and Margarida Maneta. It delves into key topics surrounding youth, media, and digital citizenship, with findings from the YouNDigital project and beyond. Check out the special issue here: https://lnkd.in/dxqcNbYj #DigitalCitizenship #YouthResearch #MediaStudies #MeLCiLab

?? YouNDigital Webinar – What does local news use have to do with raising children? Join us for an exciting talk with Ranjana Das, Professor at the University of Surrey, on "What does local news use have to do with raising children?" ???? ??? When: December 2, 12:00 PM (WET) ?? Where: Zoom In her groundbreaking research, Professor Das explores parenting, media use, and technology. Don’t miss this thought-provoking session! ??? Free registration: https://lnkd.in/dK7bemki

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?? Cycle Mozambique – Bertina Lopes ?? Join us in celebrating the centenary of Bertina Lopes, a pioneer of modern Mozambican art whose work bridges cultures between Mozambique, Portugal, and Italy. ?? Date: November 23, 2024 ?? Time: 6:00 PM ?? Venue: Gato Vadio, Rua da Maternidade, 124 – Porto Session Title: Bertina Lopes: non dimenticare Guest speaker Francisco Topa (FLUP) explores the life and legacy of Bertina Lopes, highlighting her artistic impact and international journey. ??? Free Entry https://lnkd.in/dTr8afYY

?? Join us for the MigraMediaActs & YouNDigital: Diversities in Debate webinar! ?? When: November 22, 2:00 PM (WET) ?? Where: Online This collaboration between YouNDigital and MigraMediaActs will explore key topics on diversity, youth, and their diverse trajectories. Guest speakers Chisoka Sim?es and Luiza Lins will share insights from their research on migration, multiculturalism, and intersectionality. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage in a meaningful discussion. Register now and join the conversation! https://lnkd.in/dkZmnmUf #YouNDigital #MigraMediaActs #Diversity #Youth #Research #Webinar

?? Partnership Alert! The YouNDigital project is teaming up with the Directorate-General for Education (DGE) to collaborate with the Information and Communication Clubs (CIC). Together, we’ll promote media literacy and digital citizenship through webinars, masterclasses, bootcamps, and more—aligned with the European Year of Education for Digital Citizenship 2025. Join us for the launch webinar on November 27, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM, designed for teachers and students. Let’s empower young people to navigate and shape the digital world responsibly! ???? https://lnkd.in/dAm8jc7X #YouNDigital #MediaLiteracy #DigitalCitizenship #EducationInnovation

Lusófona University Hosts Seminar on Media Literacy and Journalism! On November 8–9, we hosted the Media Literacy and Journalism Seminar in Porto. A special highlight was David Buckingham's keynote speech, which offered powerful insights into the future of media literacy and Artificial Intelligence. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dhMHXdWn #MediaLiteracy #Journalism #YouNDigital #LusófonaUniversity #Cicant

?? New Research on Youth, Media Literacy, and Digital Citizenship MeLCi Lab and CICANT - Centre for Research in Applied Communication, Culture, and New Technologies's members have published three insightful studies in the Media and Communication journal by Cogitatio Press: Beyond Verification: Exploring how fact-checking organizations integrate youth media literacy into their missions. Young People’s Diversity and Digital Media: Highlighting the need for inclusive digital citizenship education to bridge cultural and socio-economic divides. Young People Learning About Algorithms: Emphasizing the importance of formal education in fostering critical engagement with digital platforms. These publications underscore MeLCi Lab’s commitment to advancing inclusive and critical media literacy for youth. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/db_2jjbE #MediaLiteracy #DigitalCitizenship #YouthEngagement #Education #Research #CICANT

?? MeLCi Lab Celebrating Global Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Week 2024 ?? IV MeLCi Lab Autumn School – "Science Bootcamp" From October 28-31, this workshop provided hands-on, critical thinking, and media literacy training, equipping participants with practical skills. ?? YouNDigital Project – "Jovens, Notícias e Cidadania Digital" Focus on youth engagement in digital citizenship and media literacy, fostering informed participation. Read more about it on our website https://lnkd.in/d3aMcjTa Empowering a media-literate society! #MILWeek2024 #DigitalCitizenship #MediaLiteracy #CICANT #MeLCiLab

MeLCi Lab and CICANT Endorse EDMO’s Guidelines for Effective Media Literacy Initiatives! ?? European Digital Media Observatory has released its Guidelines for Effective Media Literacy Initiatives, developed with experts across Europe. We’re proud that CICANT - Centre for Research in Applied Communication, Culture, and New Technologies and MeLCi Lab - Media Literacy and Civic Cultures Lab coordinator Maria José Brites reviewed and contributed, emphasizing the importance of diversity and transparency in media education. This aligns with our mission to advance critical engagement with media. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/dcwWedUq #MediaLiteracy #CICANT #EDMO #Lusófona