Please note,This course is only for individuals working in England.
In a world where young people are increasingly living, learning, and connecting online, youth workers have a critical role to play in creating safe, supportive, and empowering digital environments for young people.
This training series is designed to provide youth workers with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to embed digital tools into their practice while placing safeguarding at the heart of everything they do.
Session summary
This four-hour interactive training session is designed to equip youth workers with the knowledge to support young people in developing strong digital literacy skills with a focus on Mis and Dis-Information and deepfake imagery.
Participants will explore what digital literacy means in today’s fast-paced digital world, considering the opportunities and challenges young people face online. Through discussions, case studies, and practical activities, youth workers will gain insights into online trends, digital wellbeing, and responsible technology use.
The session will also provide strategies and tools for integrating digital literacy into youth work, ensuring young people are empowered to navigate the digital world safely and confidently.