Transnational Education and Research Strategies Against Digital Hate
In 2026, we continue our international engagement to address digital hate among adolescents. The project brings together scientific research, educational practice, and cooperation with civil society organizations in Germany, Ukraine, Moldova, and Kyrgyzstan. Its core aim is to empower young people, provide targeted professional training, and develop sustainable strategies for the prevention of and response to digital hate.
Digital hate poses an increasing challenge to democratic participation, social relationships, and the mental health of young people. The project addresses these challenges through an interdisciplinary and transnational approach. By linking research, education, and practice, it strengthens digital resilience, supports civil society engagement, and contributes to making digital spaces safer, more inclusive, and more democratic.
Project objectives
The project seeks to transfer current research on digital hate into educational and practice-oriented contexts. Central research findings are systematically prepared and shared internationally. At the same time, professionals from schools, universities, NGOs, and youth work participate in structured, multi-part training formats designed to strengthen their competencies in addressing digital hate.
A key focus is the empowerment of young people. Peer workshops in all partner countries support adolescents and young adults in becoming multipliers of digital civic courage. In parallel, the project promotes international networking and exchange among researchers, practitioners, and civil society actors and develops sustainable, multilingual educational resources for long-term use.
Key activities in 2026
Throughout 2026, the project implements activities in all four partner countries that closely integrate research, education, and civil society engagement. One major focus lies on the qualification of professionals from schools, higher education, social work, and youth services. Through digital and in-person multiplier trainings, participants acquire practical skills to identify, contextualize, and respond effectively to digital hate.
In parallel, peer workshops for young people are conducted, enabling participants to reflect on digital conflicts and actively contribute to respectful online communication. These workshops rely on participatory methods and foster exchange across social and cultural contexts.
A central international format in 2026 is the Cross-Cultural Media Camp in Moldova. This four-day event brings together professionals, researchers, early-career scholars, and representatives of civil society organizations. The programme combines media education workshops, discussions of current research findings, and collaborative development of strategies for the prevention of and intervention in digital hate.
Interest in cooperation
Organizations, educational institutions, and civil society actors interested in participating in project activities or initiating cooperation are warmly invited to get in touch.
Contact
Julia Levin
University of Hamburg
E-Mail: julia.levin"AT"uni-hamburg.de
Förderung
This project is funded by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD).