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#HateTrackers Beyond Borders
FunderEuropean Commission
Funder Contribution €400,000.00
Funded underERASMUS+ | Partnerships for cooperation and exchanges of practices | Cooperation partnerships in youth
Project code2022-2-IT03-KA220-YOU-000096741
Open Access mandatePublications: NoResearch data: No
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<< Background >>HTBB was conceived for this project to address the rising concern of online hate speech and its impact on young people, democracy, and human rights. In recent years, the growth of social media platforms has seen an alarming increase in the spread of hate speech, which often targets vulnerable groups such as youth, minorities, and marginalized communities. These harmful expressions can damage social cohesion, exacerbate discrimination, and leave individuals, especially young people, vulnerable to psychological and emotional harm. The project aimed to raise awareness about the consequences of hate speech online, educate young people on how to recognize and respond to it, and empower them to become active citizens committed to promoting respect for human rights. The project also sought to fill the gap between the existing anti-discrimination legislation and its practical application in everyday life.<< Objectives >>The project primarly wanted to reduce the spread and impact of online hate speech by educating young people on how to identify and respond to it effectively. We aimed to empower youth to become active defenders of human rights both online and offline. Specifically, we sought to:- raise awareness among young people about the risks of online hate speech and its potential to harm democracy and individual well-being.- provide young people with the tools and skills necessary to recognize and respond to hate speech in a constructive manner.- foster a sense of responsibility among youth to stand up against discrimination and to promote inclusivity and respect.- engage youth organizations, educators, and other stakeholders in building a european-wide movement to tackle hate speech and promote digital literacy.- develop and disseminate educational materials and methodologies that can be used by other organizations and institutions beyond the project's duration.<< Implementation >>Project activities implemented:- training sessions for young activists to enhance their capacity to tackle online hate speech and promote digital literacy. - we created a range of resources to support youth and organizations in combating hate speech and promoting online safety. These materials were designed to be flexible and adaptable for use in different contexts across europe, ensuring that they could be integrated into various educational settings.- SGUs played a central role in engaging young people and creating awareness about online hate speech. These units, composed of young activists, were instrumental in organizing local activities and campaigns, enabling them to take ownership of the project and spread its message within their communities. Sgus acted as ambassadors, leading workshops, discussions, and online initiatives to combat hate speech.- the development of a a multilingual web app, designed to simulate real-life scenarios of online and offline hate speech, including racism, xenophobia, misogyny, classism, and fatphobia.- policy advocacy: we engaged with policy makers at local, national levels to advocate for more robust policies to address online hate speech and to share the project's findings. << Results >>The project resulted in several concrete outputs and long-lasting impacts:- educational materials: a comprehensive toolkit, including manuals and didactic materials, was developed in multiple languages to guide youth workers, educators, and activists in their efforts to combat hate speech.- a dedicated website and app were created to make project materials accessible to a broader audience and promote the project's methodology and findings.- increased awareness: we raised awareness about the risks of online hate speech and its impact on democracy among over 1.000 young people across the project’s partner countries.- community of practice: a european-wide network of practitioners, youth workers, and activists was established to ensure continued knowledge exchange and cooperation in combating online hate speech.- policy dialogue: the project fostered discussions with policymakers at local, national, and eu levels, contributing to the ongoing conversation on how to address online hate speech in policy frameworks.- capacity building: youth activists and educators gained practical skills in tackling hate speech and promoting digital literacy, which they continue to apply in their own communities and educational settings.
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<< Background >>HTBB was conceived for this project to address the rising concern of online hate speech and its impact on young people, democracy, and human rights. In recent years, the growth of social media platforms has seen an alarming increase in the spread of hate speech, which often targets vulnerable groups such as youth, minorities, and marginalized communities. These harmful expressions can damage social cohesion, exacerbate discrimination, and leave individuals, especially young people, vulnerable to psychological and emotional harm. The project aimed to raise awareness about the consequences of hate speech online, educate young people on how to recognize and respond to it, and empower them to become active citizens committed to promoting respect for human rights. The project also sought to fill the gap between the existing anti-discrimination legislation and its practical application in everyday life.<< Objectives >>The project primarly wanted to reduce the spread and impact of online hate speech by educating young people on how to identify and respond to it effectively. We aimed to empower youth to become active defenders of human rights both online and offline. Specifically, we sought to:- raise awareness among young people about the risks of online hate speech and its potential to harm democracy and individual well-being.- provide young people with the tools and skills necessary to recognize and respond to hate speech in a constructive manner.- foster a sense of responsibility among youth to stand up against discrimination and to promote inclusivity and respect.- engage youth organizations, educators, and other stakeholders in building a european-wide movement to tackle hate speech and promote digital literacy.- develop and disseminate educational materials and methodologies that can be used by other organizations and institutions beyond the project's duration.<< Implementation >>Project activities implemented:- training sessions for young activists to enhance their capacity to tackle online hate speech and promote digital literacy. - we created a range of resources to support youth and organizations in combating hate speech and promoting online safety. These materials were designed to be flexible and adaptable for use in different contexts across europe, ensuring that they could be integrated into various educational settings.- SGUs played a central role in engaging young people and creating awareness about online hate speech. These units, composed of young activists, were instrumental in organizing local activities and campaigns, enabling them to take ownership of the project and spread its message within their communities. Sgus acted as ambassadors, leading workshops, discussions, and online initiatives to combat hate speech.- the development of a a multilingual web app, designed to simulate real-life scenarios of online and offline hate speech, including racism, xenophobia, misogyny, classism, and fatphobia.- policy advocacy: we engaged with policy makers at local, national levels to advocate for more robust policies to address online hate speech and to share the project's findings. << Results >>The project resulted in several concrete outputs and long-lasting impacts:- educational materials: a comprehensive toolkit, including manuals and didactic materials, was developed in multiple languages to guide youth workers, educators, and activists in their efforts to combat hate speech.- a dedicated website and app were created to make project materials accessible to a broader audience and promote the project's methodology and findings.- increased awareness: we raised awareness about the risks of online hate speech and its impact on democracy among over 1.000 young people across the project’s partner countries.- community of practice: a european-wide network of practitioners, youth workers, and activists was established to ensure continued knowledge exchange and cooperation in combating online hate speech.- policy dialogue: the project fostered discussions with policymakers at local, national, and eu levels, contributing to the ongoing conversation on how to address online hate speech in policy frameworks.- capacity building: youth activists and educators gained practical skills in tackling hate speech and promoting digital literacy, which they continue to apply in their own communities and educational settings.
