• When You Are the News: A Personal Journey From Tragedy to Media Literacy

    Jacob Burns Film Center 364 Manville Road, Pleasantville, NY, United States

    When Michelle lost her father in 1988 in the bombing of Pan Am 103, she had no idea that her personal tragedy would forever make her the subject of the news. In her talk, Michelle will explore how her personal experience developed her critical thinking skills, shaped how she understands media, and continues to drive […]

  • From Misinformation to Empowerment: Media Literacy for Youth and Adults in the Age of AI

    Virtual Event Anywhere

    In an increasingly digital and media-saturated world, Media and Information Literacy (MIL) has become essential for enabling individuals to critically access, evaluate, and use information and media content. The rapid expansion of social media, algorithmic filtering, and generative artificial intelligence (AI) technologies has transformed the information landscape, creating new opportunities, but also amplifying the spread […]

  • Book Party: “The Take Back”

    Film at Lincoln Center - Elinor Bunin Munroe Film Center 144 W 65th St, New York, NY, United States

    NYC, celebrate Take Two Founder Megan Kiefer's new book The Take Back: How we can reclaim our lives from Big Media and Tech. ​In The Take Back, educator and media […]

  • Intellectual Freedom Summit

    This summit explores current conversations around intellectual freedom, information access, and the role educators and librarians play in supporting thoughtful engagement with diverse perspectives. Discussions will address censorship, the right […]

  • Media Literacy Education for Children and Youth: A Workshop

    Washington, D.C. + Virtual

    This 2-day public workshop will specifically focus on helping children and youth navigate rapidly changing online spaces. It will bring together educators, curriculum developers, researchers, program providers, and associations and […]

  • Teach the Tech: Digital Literacy Summit

    Boise State University

    Designed for educators and school leaders, this summit focuses on practical strategies for integrating digital literacy and future-ready skills into classroom learning. Sessions will explore how educators can help students […]

  • Teaching Multimedia 101

    Virtual Event Anywhere

    Step into the dynamic world of media arts with this fast-paced, hands-on course designed for middle and high school educators across subject areas and experience levels. Master engaging, project-based approaches […]