The objective of this project is to empower youth, particularly those from marginalized communities, on how to use social media and information literacy, and digital activism in order to encourage them to use digital tools for social and political change.

Context:

Morocco's social media penetration rate is 47%, while Iraq's is 19%. However, internet access, censorship, and the development of effective strategies for digital activism remain challenges. UNESCO reports that Morocco's media literacy rate is around 34%, while Iraq has limited access to information and critical thinking skills. Media literacy is not yet recognized as a priority by policymakers in Iraq, and it is not a priority in Morocco's national education system.

To promote media and information literacy and digital activism, particularly among marginalized communities, a project provides practical training, resources, and opportunities to engage in public events and digital media production.

The project aims to equip young people with the skills and tools necessary to make a positive impact, using high social media penetration rates in these countries for a good cause.

Digital activism is crucial in promoting social and political change, but many young people lack media and information literacy skills for the effective use of digital tools for activism.

Training topics: 

  • An introduction to human rights with a focus on the SWANA region 

  • Intersectional feminism

  • An introduction to digital activism

  • Media literacy

  • Digital security

  • Policy writing

  • Community building and leadership

  • The use of social media for impactful activism

  • Non-violent strategies for social change

The overall goal of the project is to empower young people to become effective digital activists and leaders who can drive social change and to support them in creating meaningful impact on issues that matter to them. By doing so, the project can contribute to building more just, equitable, and sustainable communities.