The British Council together with Fundația Națională pentru Tineret (National Youth Foundation) and Funky Citizens are pleased to invite you to participate in a two- day (22–23 November) training programme to explore media literacy and generate solutions to address misinformation and disinformation.
To take part in the ideathon, complete the online application form by Sunday, 9 November 2025 (23:59 Romania time). Apply here.
Are you a young leader interested in:
- how artificial intelligence algorithms are shaping what we see, hear and believe online;
- connecting with peers and generate solutions to increase digital agency and address disinformation?
The organizers are inviting young people aged between 18 and 35 who are passionate about leading change to work together in interdisciplinary teams and create solutions on how disinformation can be addressed. We are aiming to bring together emerging changemakers to critically engage with the challenges and opportunities AI presents in media, public discourse, and civic life.
The ideathon will take place at The Youth, Fundația Națională pentru Tineret (National Youth Foundation), 22 Christian Tell Street, sector 1, Bucharest. This event is part of British Council’s Youth Connect programme, delivered in partnership with the Fundația Națională pentru Tineret (National Youth Foundation), Funky Citizens and ThinkYoung.
What’s the training about?
Artificial intelligence is transforming how we access, share, and interpret information. This training will help you:
- Understand how AI influences media and public opinion
- Identify bias, misinformation, and manipulation online
- Reflect on your own digital habits and leadership role
- Explore ethical questions around privacy, moderation, and online behaviour
- Collaborate on ideas and tools for responsible media engagement.
What is in it for you?
- Two and a half creative days, where you will have the chance to meet new people, learn more about media and information and apply your knowledge to work in teams and create solutions to combat disinformation.
- Learn from leading experts in media and information
- Develop practical skills for digital leadership
- The opportunity to win a study visit to Belfast and meet with other teams from similar trainings across Europe.
- The opportunity to join a forward-thinking network shaping the future of media and technology
- Access to resources and opportunities for future development
- Food and coffee to energise you.
What is required? Participants should:
- bring their personal laptops and mobile phones (laptops and tablets will also be available at the venue upon request)
- be able to join for the whole duration of the training
- you will be sent pre-event instructions to prepare
When and where
- Friday, 21 November 17:30 – 19:30(* Please note that you will be invited to participate in this optional team building session.)
- Saturday 22 November 09:30 – 17:30
- Sunday 23 November 09:30-17:30
Read more, here.