On February 24, researcher Maria José Brites, Principal Investigator of the YouNDigital project, joined the debate on RTP’s Sociedade Civil to discuss media literacy. The discussion explored what meida literacy is and why is it a fundamental competence in the digital age.
Maria Jsoé brites shared key research findings on youth (15-24) and their relationship with news alongside experts from academia, journalism, and communication. The conversation highlighted the evolving media habits of young audiences and the role of education in strengthening critical engagement with information.
The debate promoted by Sociedad Civil underscored the importance of collaborative efforts between researchers, journalists, and educators to ensure a more informed and media-savvy generation.
The episode is available in RTP play (in Portuguese): https://www.rtp.pt/play/p14282/e831965/sociedade-civil