Coventry City Council's digital inclusion programme, #CovConnects, has been working in collaboration with the Department of Psychology, University of Warwick and the Centre for Business in Society, Coventry University, to hold digital literacy workshops for younger people in Coventry.
The workshops, which are being delivered at various community hubs across the city, tackle hot topics such as how to spot misinformation and fake news when online, ways in which images and articles can be faked and more.
One workshop was recently held for younger people who are being supported by Action Family Network and their Impact & Legacy Youth Leadership Program in Foleshill.
Action Family Network are an integrated service that works with children and families to help them realise their full potential, providing culturally specific services to families who are facing complex needs and challenges.
Linnette, a young person who took part in the workshop, said:
"The session on online safety was really interesting. My favourite part was when we got to do our personal work on searching whether the malaria website was true or fake. It wasn't too long or boring. Very engaging."
Martin Asamoah, Chief Executive Officer for Action Family Network, told us:
"As the Founder and CEO of Action Family Network and a Senior Mentor for the Impact and Legacy Youth Leadership Program, I believe that empowering young people with essential digital literacy skills is crucial in today's technology driven world. Our recent workshop not only equipped them with the knowledge to navigate online challenges safely but also fostered their confidence to make informed decisions in the digital landscape."
Learn more about Action Family Network's services by visiting their website.
Learn more about the research done at the University of Warwick and Coventry University
#CovConnects is Coventry City Council’s digital inclusion programme. It aims to support residents on their digital journeys, working in partnership with organisations both locally and nationally, improving access for all.
This session was partly sponsored by the Warwick Institute of Engagement.