2026 GLOBAL MEDIA AND INFORMATION LITERACY WEEK
KARU YOUTH SENSITIZATION EVENT
MIL, AI and Youth Creativity
Helping Young People Use AI and Digital Platforms Safely, Ethically and Creatively
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Venue: Shalom Hall, KMC Hotel
Karu Site, Abuja, Nigeria
In Support of the 2026 UNESCO Global Media and Information Literacy Week
Global Theme: We All Play a Part – Media and Information Literacy for the People
Global Media and Information Literacy Week holds annually from October 24–31.
ABOUT THE EVENT
Young people today are among the world’s most active users and creators of digital content. Social media, Artificial Intelligence and other digital technologies are creating new opportunities for learning, communication, creativity and innovation.
At the same time, young people face growing challenges associated with misinformation, manipulated content, cyberbullying, privacy risks, online scams and the misuse of Artificial Intelligence.
As part of activities supporting the 2026 UNESCO Global Media and Information Literacy Week, the Foundation for Leadership & Education Development (FLED Foundation), in conjunction with Future World Magazine, is organising a youth sensitization event for selected secondary school students in Karu and surrounding communities.
The event will provide young people with practical knowledge and opportunities to explore how they can engage with information, Artificial Intelligence and digital platforms safely, ethically, responsibly and creatively.
EVENT THEME: MIL, AI and Youth Creativity
Helping Young People Use AI and Digital Platforms Safely, Ethically and Creatively
The event theme focuses on the growing relationship between Media and Information Literacy (MIL), Artificial Intelligence and the creativity of young people.
It seeks to encourage young people not only to consume information and digital content but also to become critical thinkers, responsible digital citizens and creative contributors to society.
OBJECTIVES
The event will seek to:
- Introduce young people to the importance of Media and Information Literacy.
- Help students question, evaluate and verify information before accepting or sharing it.
- Increase awareness of misinformation and misleading digital content.
- Promote safe and responsible use of social media and other digital platforms.
- Introduce young people to the opportunities and responsibilities associated with Artificial Intelligence.
- Encourage ethical and responsible use of AI for learning and creativity.
- Promote critical thinking and responsible digital citizenship.
- Encourage young people to use technology creatively for learning, problem-solving and positive social impact.
KEY AREAS OF DISCUSSION
MEDIA AND INFORMATION LITERACY
Think Before You Believe. Verify Before You Share.
Participants will explore how to evaluate information, identify questionable content and avoid the spread of misinformation.
AI AND YOUNG PEOPLE
AI as a Tool for Learning and Creativity
The event will introduce participants to the opportunities offered by Artificial Intelligence while promoting responsible, ethical and thoughtful use.
DIGITAL SAFETY AND ETHICS
Be Safe. Be Responsible. Be Respectful.
Participants will discuss online safety, privacy, cyberbullying, digital footprints, scams and responsible behaviour on digital platforms.
YOUTH CREATIVITY
Create, Don’t Just Consume.
Young people will be encouraged to explore how AI and digital technologies can be used for creativity, learning, innovation, problem-solving and positive community impact.
WHO WILL PARTICIPATE?
The event will bring together selected students from secondary schools in Karu and surrounding communities, accompanied by teachers and school representatives.
Participants will include young people with interests in:
- ICT and technology;
- Media and communication;
- Creativity and innovation;
- Journalism and information;
- Digital platforms; and
- Personal and community development.
EVENT FORMAT
The three-hour programme will combine:
- Short presentations;
- Interactive discussions;
- Practical examples and demonstrations;
- Questions and answers;
- Youth group activities;
- A Youth Creativity Challenge; and
- A Youth Digital Responsibility Pledge.
The programme is designed to be interactive, practical and youth-focused.
ORGANISERS
FOUNDATION FOR LEADERSHIP & EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT (FLED FOUNDATION)
FLED Foundation is committed to advancing leadership and education development and promoting initiatives that contribute to the development of responsible, informed and productive citizens.
In conjunction with
FUTURE WORLD MAGAZINE
Future World Magazine is committed to promoting informed thinking and constructive conversations about today’s realities and tomorrow’s possibilities.
Understanding Today, Defining Tomorrow.
GLOBAL MIL WEEK 2026
The 2026 Global Media and Information Literacy Week provides an international platform for governments, institutions, educators, researchers, media professionals, young people and other stakeholders to advance Media and Information Literacy.
The 2026 global theme: We All Play a Part – Media and Information Literacy for the People
The Karu Youth Sensitization Event represents a local contribution to this global observance by bringing Media and Information Literacy awareness directly to young people.
CONTACT
For enquiries and further information:
Foundation for Leadership & Education Development (FLED Foundation)
Telephone: +234-9063069744 | +234-7080157176
Email: foundationfled@gmail.com
MIL, AI and Youth Creativity
Helping Young People Use AI and Digital Platforms Safely, Ethically and Creatively
A Youth-Focused Contribution to the 2026 UNESCO Global Media and Information Literacy Week
