UNESCO Fifth Global Media and Information Literacy Week 2023 | APPLY NOW

This informs the public about the UNESCO Fifth Global Media and Information Literacy Week. Details about the Program are given below.

Global Media and Information Literacy Youth Hackathon

About Global Media and Information Literacy Youth Hackathon 2023

The UNESCO annual Global Media and Information Literacy Week is a major occasion for stakeholders to review and celebrate the progress achieved towards “Media and Information Literacy for All.”

The Global Media and Information Literacy Youth Hackathon is an integral part of the Global Media and Information Literacy Week Youth Agenda Forum. It is an opportunity for young people and youth organizations worldwide to participate in creating innovative MIL learning in meaningful ways.

Program Details

Following the previous four successful editions, the fifth Global Media and Information Literacy Youth Hackathon will be held during Global MIL Week 2023.

UNESCO and partners call on youth worldwide to participate in this virtual hackathon to design innovative solutions to a defined set of social challenges, in connection with the year’s theme: “Youth powering media and information literacy in digital spaces.”

Eligibility

  • Participating teams will comprise 3-6 members (ensuring gender parity, teams can be national, regional, or international).
  • Any group of persons aged between 18 and 32 years adheres to the values of UNESCO, such as peace, respect for diversity, freedom of expression, etc.
  • No previous computer science or coding background is required.
  • Experience and expertise in gaming, mobile application, website and radio/media content development would be an asset.

Global Media and Information Literacy Week 2023  Application

Prototype of the solution and a 3-minute video pitch (a creative format is strongly recommended), which must also present:

  • The team composition
  • Problem statement, objectives, audience, and alignment with one of the three challenges
  • Explanation of the prototype
  • Feasibility
  • Sustainability
  • Deployment strategies / Business model and evidence of market validation

For those interested in Global Media and Information Literacy Week 2023. Open this link to start the application process.

Application Deadline

  • The deadline for receipt of applications is 1 August 2023.

Open this link for more details about the Global Media and Information Literacy Week 2023.

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