
ULusófona/CICANT Becomes an Integrated Member of the Unesco Alliance
ULusófona strengthens its commitment to media literacy by joining UNESCO's global network dedicated to critical education and combating disinformation
Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)
We are pleased to announce that, as of July 3, 2025, Universidade Lusófona/CICANT has officially joined the UNESCO Media and Information Literacy Alliance (MIL Alliance), an innovative initiative aimed at promoting international cooperation and ensuring that all citizens develop essential media and information literacy (MIL) skills.
Joining the MIL Alliance marks a significant milestone in the University's and the Research Unit’s commitment to fostering critical and responsible education in media and information consumption. This integration will allow us to collaborate with a global network of organizations and contribute to the development of educational policies and initiatives designed to empower society to meet the contemporary challenges of disinformation and media manipulation.
The UNESCO Media and Information Literacy Alliance is composed of prestigious international experts and institutions working together to advance media literacy education in diverse contexts, with a special focus on training critical and conscious citizens. Universidade Lusófona/CICANT’s membership in this network reflects our strengthened commitment to the ongoing improvement of media education in Portugal and across Europe, within the scope of our international engagement.
According to Manuel José Damásio, Director of CICANT: "Our integration into the MIL Alliance reinforces our unwavering commitment to promoting a more informed and aware society. Media and information literacy is a fundamental pillar for addressing the global challenges of the 21st century, particularly the phenomena of disinformation and media manipulation. We are deeply honored to be part of this network of excellence and to contribute to the advancement of this global cause."
For more information about the MIL Alliance and Universidade Lusófona/CICANT’s participation, please visit: www.ulusofona.pt; https://cicant.ulusofona.pt/
For inquiries, please contact: cicant@ulusofona.pt
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