Combating Online Misinformation to Prevent Radicalisation of Vulnerable Adults

Combating Online misinformation 

Erasmus+ Project # 2025-1-NL01-KA220-ADU-000358363

Learning program for adult educators

Our non-formal learning program for adult educators is tailored to build digital media competences and critical thinking of vulnerable adults

Interactive digital learning toolkit 

Toolkit “How to Combat Disinformation” with interactive resources (AI chatbot and online game) to strengthen critical thinking

Online workshops and symposium 

Online workshops and symposium will enhance understanding of persuasion techniques, cognitive biases, and emotional manipulation

Project Consortium

Coordinator: FENAN Consulting, the Netherlands

Developing educational programs for adults from vulnerable groups to increase their digital and media literacy, build psychological resilience, self-efficacy and social participation.

Non-formal learning club “WE”, Lithuania

Empowering vulnerable groups, including migrants, individuals with disabilities, and the elderly, to continue learning. Promoting well-being through various supportive initiatives.

Soyka NL, the Netherlands

Developing AI-powered digital tools, such as chatbots and online platforms, to provide accessible information, counter misinformation, and support community initiatives.

EESTI PEOPLE TO PEOPLE, Estonia

Eesti People to People specialises in media and information literacy, digital education, and democratic engagement, countering disinformation and fostering critical thinking.

Smart Institute, Slovenia

Blending hands-on learning with cutting-edge digital tools to create engaging, accessible, and high-quality educational experiences; specialising in digital education and AI-learning tools.

Objectives

The goal of the project is to equip adult educators with AI-powered tools and innovative training methods to combat online disinformation among adult learners vulnerable to disinformation and radicalisation. By delivering a structured digital literacy program with innovative AI tools, this project will empower educators to engage marginalised groups, enhance critical thinking, and foster community resilience against radicalisation.

The concrete objectives are:

  1. Develop a non-formal learning program for adult educators with digital, pedagogical, and civic competence
  2. Create interactive digital learning tools to strengthen critical thinking of vulnerable adults
  3. Organise workshops to enhance understanding of persuasion techniques, cognitive biases, and emotional manipulation
  4. Disseminate program, toolkit, and recognition mechanisms via social networks and public events

Activities

Building Digital Media Competences 

Non-formal learning program for adult educators with digital, pedagogical, and civic competences “Building Digital Media Competences and Critical Thinking of Young Adults

How to Combat Disinformation

Interactive digital learning toolkit to strengthen critical thinking of vulnerable young adults, including an online game and an AI-powered chatbot

Leaders in Online Resistance

Online workshops and symposium for educators and community leaders to enhance understanding of persuasion techniques, cognitive biases, and emotional manipulation

Events

Webinar: “Together Against Disinformation and Propaganda”

The webinar will bring together adult educators, communication scientists, community leaders, and policymakers, to discuss best practices and innovative approaches to combating disinformation.

Online Workshops: “Leadership in Disinformation Resistance”

Interactive workshops will train adult educators on disinformation tactics, propaganda techniques, and resistance strategies. Participants will gain advanced skills to mentor young adults and foster disinformation resilience.

July 2027

Symposium: “The Role of Community Leaders in Online Disinformation Resistance”

Facilitate collaboration among educators, community leaders, and experts to address online disinformation and co-develop resistance strategies.

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