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SUMMARY:Mis/Disinformation\, AI-Generated Content & Media Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nEquip yourself with the critical thinking skills\, the practical and analytical tools needed to navigate a rapidly evolving online space. \nMis/Disinformation\, AI-Generated Content and Media Literacy \nIn an era of rapidly evolving media and AI-generated content\, the ability to critically evaluate information has never been more important\, or more challenging. Misinformation (false content spread without intent to deceive) and disinformation (false content spread deliberately to mislead) are not new phenomena\, but the speed\, scale\, and sophistication with which they now travel has fundamentally changed the information landscape. From fabricated news articles and manipulated images to AI-generated audio and deepfake video\, the tools for creating convincing false content are now widely accessible\, and the consequences for communities\, public health\, elections\, and democratic discourse are increasingly serious. \nThis session explores how misinformation and disinformation spread\, through social media algorithms\, messaging apps\, influencer networks\, and traditional media\, and how artificial intelligence is being used both to generate harmful content at scale. Participants examine real-world examples from the UK context\, including health misinformation\, election interference\, and the role of AI-generated content in amplifying hate and inciting violence. \nThe session is built around practical skill development. Participants leave with concrete media literacy tools: how to evaluate sources critically\, identify manipulated or synthetic content\, understand the psychology of why misinformation spreads and why people believe it\, and how to respond\, including how to challenge false narratives without inadvertently amplifying them. For professionals in public-facing roles\, this is increasingly an essential competency. \nObjectives \nThis workshop aims to equip participants with a grounded understanding of how misinformation and disinformation operate in the current media environment\, and the specific role AI-generated content plays in shaping public narratives. Participants develop practical media literacy skills they can apply in their professional roles and personal lives\, and build confidence to respond effectively when they encounter false or harmful information. \nLearners will \nUnderstand the distinction between misinformation\, disinformation\, and malinformation\, and why the difference matters\nRecognise the specific harms caused by health misinformation\, electoral misinformation\, and AI-generated content targeting marginalised communities\nRecognise how false and misleading content spreads through social media platforms\, algorithms\, and online communities\nUnderstand how AI tools\, including large language models\, image generators\, and voice cloning\, are being used to create synthetic or manipulated content\nDevelop practical skills for evaluating sources\, fact-checking claims\, and identifying manipulated or AI-generated media\nUnderstand the psychological and social factors that make people susceptible to misinformation\, including confirmation bias\, emotional triggers\, and social identity\nKnow how to respond to misinformation appropriately\, challenging it without amplifying it\, in professional and community settings\nUnderstand the legal and regulatory landscape around online misinformation in the UK\, including the Online Safety Act\nCourse audience \nThis workshop is designed for professionals working in public-facing\, communications\, education\, or community-facing roles who need to navigate and respond to misleading content. It is particularly relevant for educators\, safeguarding leads\, public health professionals\, communications officers\, community workers\, journalists\, and anyone operating in an environment where misinformation poses a professional risk or community harm. \nDuration \n1.5 hour \nDelivery Approach \nFacilitated workshop combining presentation\, case study analysis\, group discussion\, and hands-on practical exercises. Participants are encouraged to bring examples they have encountered in their own professional or personal contexts. No prior technical knowledge is required. \nPlatform \nThe webinar will take place on Microsoft Teams. \nThe Microsoft Teams link for the webinar will be sent to the email that registered the spaces.
URL:https://namle.org/event/mis-disinformation-ai-generated-content-media-literacy/
LOCATION:Virtual Event\, Anywhere
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SUMMARY:Kick-off: Fall 2026 Screenwriting Course for High School Students
DESCRIPTION:The Jacob Burns Film Center is pleased to offer Screenwriting 101\, a new course designed for high school students looking to learn the fundamentals of writing a script. Over the course of seven weeks\, students will get an inside look at how the industry works\, from loglines and treatments to series bibles and pitches. Students will also read and analyze the scripts of classic big budget and indie films\, while also creating their own short film scripts.
URL:https://namle.org/event/kick-off-fall-2026-screenwriting-course-for-high-school-students/
LOCATION:Media Arts Lab\, 405 Manville Road\, Pleasantville\, NY\, 10570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Mill Valley Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Every October\, the Mill Valley Film Festival transforms Marin County into a hub of world-class cinema and CAFILM’s Education program brings students and educators right into the action. Grab your seats—in person or online—for groundbreaking films and the filmmakers who made them\, all as part of one of the Bay Area’s premier film events.
URL:https://namle.org/event/mill-valley-film-festival/
LOCATION:UT
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261008
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SUMMARY:National News Literacy Conference
DESCRIPTION:News Literacy Project’s inaugural National News Literacy Conference will bring together educators and school leaders from across the U.S. for three days of professional development\, networking and inspiration. Join to hear from leading experts and gain new perspectives on news literacy education.
URL:https://namle.org/event/national-news-literacy-conference/
LOCATION:Little America Hotel\, 500 Main Street\, Salt Lake City\, UT\, 84101\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 Amplify Youth Summit
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to UnMuted \nThe mic is on. You in? 🎤✨ \nThree days. Less adult noise\, more youth-driven solutions. We’re kicking off U.S. Media Literacy Week by bringing together the bold young leaders rewriting the script on digital wellbeing. The future is being shaped right now\, and we’re turning the volume all the way up. \nWe’re excited to announce the second annual UnMuted Amplify Youth Summit hosted by the Digital Wellness Lab at Boston Children’s Hospital\, NAMLE\, and the McGee Applied Research Center for Narrative Studies taking place from October 22-25 at Vanderbilt University in Nashville\, TN.  \nWe’re building on the incredible momentum of our inaugural summit by bringing together young people (ages 14-22) from around the US\, industry leaders\, nonprofits\, and researchers for honest dialogue\, collaborative problem-solving\, and action around digital wellbeing.  \nThrough interactive experiences designed for and with youth\, participants will help shape real solutions\, co-creating pathways toward healthier digital spaces while building the agency\, tools\, and connections needed to thrive both online and off.
URL:https://namle.org/event/2026-amplify-youth-summit/
LOCATION:Vanderbilt University\, 2201 West End Ave\, Nashville\, TN\, 37235\, United States
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SUMMARY:U.S. Media Literacy Week
DESCRIPTION:U.S. Media Literacy Week 2026\nOctober 26–30\, 2026 \nEach year\, NAMLE brings educators\, students\, families\, organizations\, and communities together to celebrate media literacy and make these skills more accessible to everyone. Throughout the week\, participants can explore media literacy through activities\, resources\, conversations\, and opportunities to put their skills into practice. \nJoin the Week\nWhether you’re an educator looking for something to bring into your classroom\, a student interested in understanding your media world\, or simply someone who wants to become a more thoughtful media user\, there’s a place for you during U.S. Media Literacy Week. \nThroughout the week\, NAMLE will share opportunities to: \n-Explore how media is created\, shared\, and experienced\n-Practice asking questions about the media we encounter\n-Discover resources for bringing media literacy into learning and everyday life\n-Connect with others who believe everyone should have access to media literacy education \nJoin us October 26–30 and help make media literacy part of everyone’s learning journey! \nHead to the U.S. Media Literacy Week website for more information on registration\, events\, resources\, and more!
URL:https://namle.org/event/u-s-media-literacy-week/
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SUMMARY:MisinfoDay2026
DESCRIPTION:MisinfoDay is targeted to 10th-12th grade high school students to improve their critical thinking skills\, educate them on how to differentiate propaganda from disinformation and pause sharing before they fact check.
URL:https://namle.org/event/misinfoday2026/
LOCATION:UT
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