EU launches funding call to strengthen media literacy for young Europeans
The projects are expected to run for up to two years and should involve a participatory process that reflects the diverse perspectives and media habits of Europe’s youth.
The European Commission has opened a call for proposals to support projects that raise awareness among young people about the risks to information integrity on social media. The initiative, which runs from 30 September to 2 December 2025, will fund two projects with a combined budget of up to €6 million.
The programme is aimed at Europeans aged 15–30 and seeks to engage influencers and other digital voices in spreading awareness about online manipulation techniques, conspiracy theories, and the misuse of generative AI, including deepfakes. By working directly with content creators, the initiative hopes to reach audiences in the spaces where they are most active and exposed to digital risks.
Applicants may include media organisations, technology companies, civil society groups, and social media platforms. The projects are expected to run for up to two years and should involve a participatory process that reflects the diverse perspectives and media habits of Europe’s youth. Cross-sector collaboration is strongly encouraged, bringing together expertise from media, technology, civil society, arts, and education.
An online information session for interested applicants will take place on 30 September at 11:00 CET via WebEx, with a summary of questions and answers to be published later on the EU Funding and Tenders Portal.
Why does it matter?
The Commission says the goal is to help young Europeans better recognise manipulative content online, strengthen resilience against disinformation, and ultimately contribute to a safer and more trustworthy digital environment across Europe.
