The info day is held online, on Thrursday, 30^th May 2024 at 17.00 (CET) and is addressed to teachers, representatives of the civil society, journalists, social media activists and any individual or organisation that wishes and is capable of activating in preventing and combating hate speech online.

The core objective of the event is the utilization of the results of the LEAD-Online: Learn, Engage, Act: Digital Tools to Prevent and Counter Hate Speech Online European project, which was implemented by DAISSy-HOU as the Greek partner, so that to be used as a basis for a strategy to tackle hate speech online. Therefore, it focuses on presenting the innovative digital tools i.e. Hate Out! Game and Hate Speech Self-Assessment Tool, which have been developed under the responsibility of DAISSy-HOU within the framework of the LEAD-Online project. They cope with raising awareness in relation to the level of conscious or unconscious use of hate speech online as well as with the education regarding the ways of reporting it, countering it and supporting victims.

In parallel, the event is linked to the ALL DIGITAL Weeks 2024 campaign, which aims to promote digital skills for inclusion, empowerment and employment across Europe. Specifically, the campaign runs from 13 May to 31 May 2024 and is organized by the ALL DIGITAL network. DAISSy-HOU is a member of the AD network and the National Coordinator of the ALL DIGITAL Weeks 2024 campaign, supporting this initiative, encouraging the participation of other stakeholders and enhancing the promotion and dissemination of relevant good practices in Greece, achieving multiplier effects.

More precisely about the info day:

• Participation is free of charge and open to all
• Pre-registration is not needed
• It is held online through the Zoom electronic platform, by using the following link.
• Read the agenda here.

It is noteworthy, that the LEAD-Online project emphasizes on the need to strengthen the critical thinking and the digital skills of young people that seem to be causally related to the low level of reporting and the “normalization” of Hate Speech online. Specifically, the project managed to empower young people, educators, civil society representatives, media and social media activists to become active agents of change.

The  LEAD-Online is a two-year project, co-funded by the CERV European program and implemented by a consortium of seven (7) partners representing seven (7) European countries (Greece, Bulgaria, Italy, Austria, Cyprus, Romania, Croatia), with the DAISSy Research Group of the HOU, being the Greek partner.

For more information on the LEAD-Online project, and other activities of DAISSy:

• Websites: https://daissy.eu/, https://www.lead-online.eu/
• Facebook: @DAISSyResearchGroup, @LEADOnlineEU
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daissyresearchgroup/
• Twitter: @daissy_research, @LEADOnlineEU
• Instagram: @daissy_researchgroup, @leadonline_eu
• Email: info@daissy.eap.gr

Specifically, the NEFELE project aims to empower teachers and career counsellors with the tools and knowledge for an integrated approach and for the enhancement of students’ careers. One of the project outcomes is the NEFELE educational model, which includes the NEFELE Massive Open Online Course-MOOC, the NEFELE digital game, an innovative game specifically designed for careers and the NEFELE platform which includes the above as well as the re-scripting by teachers.

This dissemination event was addressed to teachers preparing and working in the field, trainers of teachers, career counsellors, psychologists. It was open to all and had a good impact, attracting the interest of more than twenty-five (25) people from the target groups and areas of interest of the NEFELE project.

The sessions started by a welcome speech by Achilleas Kameas, Dean of the Faculty of Sciences of the Hellenic Open University and Director of DAISSy, and his presentation about the activities of the Research Group, putting emphasis on its vision and mission.

Subsequently, Vasiliki Takouli, Project Manager of DAISSy, presented the NEFELE project and analyzed its actions, objectives and results, as well as the specific role of DAISSy, which developed the NEFELE MOOC and the e-learning platform and worked intensively, so as to provide a modern educational tool that effectively serves the needs of teachers.

The speeches continued with Hara Kokkinou, Researcher at DAISSy, who presented in detail the content of the NEFELE MOOC, analyzing the way of creating and thinking behind the desired profile as well as its objective.

This was followed by a presentation by Rizos Chaliabalias, Researcher at DAISSy, on the NEFELE BOX digital game for the training of candidates, one of the project’s outputs. After this presentation, the teachers played the game and tried to create their own scenarios, under the guidance of Mr. Chaliabalias.

Emphasis was put on the interconnection of the NEFELE with the Lead-Online, a related European project that is also being implemented by DAISSy-HOU as a partner, which was presented by Konstantinos Potsis, Project Manager and Researcher of DAISSy, who analyzed its content.

The NEFELE multiplier event was concluded with a reflection on the action and a fruitful discussion on the introduction of the respective educational model in schools and its benefits for both the teachers and the students. The atmosphere was pleasant and the comments were positive, for the implementation of such projects and the willingness to actively participate in future initiatives of this kind.

The DAISSy Research Group of the Hellenic Open University is thankful to the participants that contributed to the success of the dissemination event, through their continuous support.

NEFELE is a thirty-month project (1st December 2021-31st May 2024), funded by the Erasmus+ EU programme and implemented by a consortium of six (6) partners from five (5) countries (Spain, Italy, Italy, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Greece), with DAISSy-HOU as the Greek partner. The Research Group is responsible for the development of the MOOC and the e-learning platform – it shares a longterm experience in MOOC development and has been working intensively, so that to provide a modern educational tool for fulfilling the needs of teachers, effectively.

For more information about the NEFELE project as well as other activities of the DAISSy-HOU:

• Website : https://daissy.eu/, https://www.nefele-project.eu
• Facebook : @DAISSyResearchGroup
• Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/in/daissyresearchgroup/
• Twitter : https://twitter.com/daissy_research https://twitter.com/nefele_project
• Instagram: @daissy_researchgroup @nefeleprojecteu
• Email : info@daissy.eap.gr

Specifically, the event is addressed to teachers, students, representatives of the civil society, journalists, social media activists and any individual or organisation that wishes and is capable of activating in preventing and combating hate speech online. It examines hate speech as a social phenomenon and the ways of countering it in its online version.

This is why, the info day focuses on presenting the innovative digital tools i.e. Hate Out! Game and Hate Speech Self-Assessment Tool, which have been developed under the responsibility of DAISSy-HOU within the framework of the LEAD-Online project. They cope with the increase of awareness in relation to the level of conscious or unconscious use of hate speech online as well as with the education in relation to ways of reporting it, countering it and supporting victims.

More precisely:

• Participation is free of charge and open to all
• Pre-registration is not needed

This info day is the third activity within the “LEAD-Online Talks” series of project events, which aim at raising awareness on the phenomenon of hate speech online as well as educating young people (and not only), accordingly.

It is noteworthy, that the LEAD-Online project emphasizes on the need to strengthen the critical thinking and the digital skills of young people that seem to be causally related to the low level of reporting and the “normalization” of Hate Speech online. Specifically, the project aims at empowering young people, educators, civil society representatives, media and social media activists to become active agents of change. This will be achieved by training them, so that they recognise hate speech as well as persistent forms of intolerance, prejudice and discrimination, using a human rights-based approach. By exploring innovative digital tools provided by the LEAD-Online project, they will be able to classify, decode and consequently respond to Hate Speech online, and at the same time they will expand their opportunities by discussing the phenomenon, promoting attitudes and behaviours that respect human rights and values.

The  LEAD-Online is a two-year project, co-funded by the CERV European program and implemented by a consortium of seven (7) partners representing seven (7) European countries (Greece, Bulgaria, Italy, Austria, Cyprus, Romania, Croatia), with the DAISSy Research Group of the HOU, being the Greek partner.

For more information on the LEAD-Online project, and other activities of DAISSy:

• Website: https://daissy.eu/, https://www.lead-online.eu/
• Facebook: @DAISSyResearchGroup, @LEADOnlineEU
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daissyresearchgroup/
• Twitter: @daissy_research, @LEADOnlineEU
• Instagram: @daissy_researchgroup, @leadonline_eu
• Email: info@daissy.eap.gr

Specifically, the event is addressed to teachers, representatives of the civil society, journalists, social media activists, policy makers and any individual or organisation that wishes and is capable of activating in preventing and combating hate speech online. It aims at  celebrating project achievements, sharing valuable insights, and inspiring discussions on shaping a safer and more inclusive digital landscape, respecting human rights and dignity and fostering opportunity to scaling up related good European practices.

More precisely:

• Participation is free of charge and open to all
• Registration is pre-required, by completing the registration form

Highlights of the “LEAD-Online” Conference

Showcasing Innovation
Highlight the innovative digital tools and strategies developed by the LEAD Online project that empower individuals to counter hate speech online, interactive exhibition featuring project achievements and a digital “Hate Out!” game.

Panel Discussions
Engaging talks on digital literacy, the role of media, strategies to counter hate speech and scale up working solutions.

Lessons Learned and Reflections:
Join us in a thoughtful exploration of insights gained from the LEAD-Online project.

Networking Opportunities
Facilitated sessions for idea exchange and collaboration.

Call to Action
The event concludes with a collective commitment to combat online hate speech, encouraging ongoing efforts.

It is noteworthy, that the LEAD-Online project emphasizes on the need to strengthen the critical thinking and the digital skills of young people that seem to be causally related to the low level of reporting and the “normalization” of Hate Speech online. Specifically, the project aims at empowering young people, educators, civil society representatives, media and social media activists to become active agents of change. This will be achieved by training them, so that they recognize hate speech as well as persistent forms of intolerance, prejudice and discrimination, using a human rights-based approach. By exploring innovative digital tools provided by the LEAD-Online project, they will be able to classify, decode and consequently respond to Hate Speech online, and at the same time they will expand their opportunities by discussing the phenomenon, promoting attitudes and behaviours that respect human rights and values.

The  LEAD-Online is a two-year project, co-funded by the CERV European program and implemented by a consortium of seven (7) partners representing seven (7) European countries (Greece, Bulgaria, Italy, Austria, Cyprus, Romania, Croatia), with the DAISSy Research Group of the HOU, being the Greek partner.

For more information on the LEAD-Online project, and other activities of DAISSy:

• Website: https://daissy.eu/, https://www.lead-online.eu/
• Facebook: @DAISSyResearchGroup, @LEADOnlineEU
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daissyresearchgroup/
• Twitter: @daissy_research, @LEADOnlineEU
• Instagram: @daissy_researchgroup, @leadonline_eu
• Email: info@daissy.eap.gr

Specifically, the event is addressed to teachers, students, representatives of the civil society, journalists, social media activists and any individual or organisation that wishes and is capable of activating in preventing and combating hate speech online. It examines hate speech as a social phenomenon and the ways of countering it in its online version.

This is why, the info day focuses on presenting the innovative digital tools i.e. Hate Out! Game and Hate Speech Self-Assessment Tool, which have been developed under the responsibility of DAISSy-HOU within the framework of the LEAD-Online project. They cope with the increase of awareness in relation to the level of conscious or unconscious use of hate speech online as well as with the education in relation to ways of reporting it, countering it and supporting victims.

More precisely:

• Participation is free of charge and open to all
• Pre-registration is not needed
• Online participation is available through the Zoom electronic platform, by using the following link.

This info day is the second activity of the “LEAD-Online Talks” series of project events, which aim at raising awareness on the phenomenon of hate speech online as well as educating young people (and not only), accordingly.

It is noteworthy, that the LEAD-Online project emphasizes on the need to strengthen the critical thinking and the digital skills of young people that seem to be causally related to the low level of reporting and the “normalization” of Hate Speech online. Specifically, the project aims at empowering young people, educators, civil society representatives, media and social media activists to become active agents of change. This will be achieved by training them, so that they recognise hate speech as well as persistent forms of intolerance, prejudice and discrimination, using a human rights-based approach. By exploring innovative digital tools provided by the LEAD-Online project, they will be able to classify, decode and consequently respond to Hate Speech online, and at the same time they will expand their opportunities by discussing the phenomenon, promoting attitudes and behaviours that respect human rights and values.

The  LEAD-Online is a two-year project, co-funded by the CERV European program and implemented by a consortium of seven (7) partners representing seven (7) European countries (Greece, Bulgaria, Italy, Austria, Cyprus, Romania, Croatia), with the DAISSy Research Group of the HOU, being the Greek partner.

For more information on the LEAD-Online project, and other activities of DAISSy:

• Website: https://daissy.eu/, https://www.lead-online.eu/
• Facebook: @DAISSyResearchGroup, @LEADOnlineEU
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daissyresearchgroup/
• Twitter: @daissy_research, @LEADOnlineEU
• Instagram: @daissy_researchgroup, @leadonline_eu
• Email: info@daissy.eap.gr

DAISSy

The LEAD-Online project emphasizes on the need to strengthen the critical thinking and digital skills of young people that seem to be causally related to the low level of reporting and the “normalization” of Hate Speech online. Specifically, the project aims to empower young people, educators, civil society representatives, media and social media activists to become active agents of change. This will be achieved by training them, so that to recognise hate speech as well as persistent forms of intolerance, prejudice and discrimination, using a human rights-based approach. By using innovative digital tools provided by the project, they will be able to classify, decode and consequently respond to Hate Speech online, and at the same time they will expand their opportunities by discussing the phenomenon, promoting attitudes and behaviours that respect human rights and values.

So far, innovative methodologies and innovative digital tools have been and are being developed by LEAD-Online, in order to be applied in Hate Speech Online training and raising awareness activities and events. The tools are available and free of charge for all interested parties on the counteraction against Hate Speech Online.

Detailed information on the LEAD-Online project’s activities, methodologies and tools can be found in the recent project newsletter.

In this context, the DAISSy-HOU invites all interested teachers or school representatives to join in, by filling in the respective form of interest, being grateful in advance for the response and guaranteeing a fruitful exchange. After the form submission, DAISSy’s LEAD-Online research team will contact those interested in order to support an effective integration of the digital tools in the schools activities.

For more information on the LEAD-Online project, and other activities of DAISSy:

• Website: https://daissy.eu/, https://www.lead-online.eu/
• Facebook: @DAISSyResearchGroup, @LEADOnlineEU
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daissyresearchgroup/
• Twitter: @daissy_research, @LEADOnlineEU
• Instagram: @daissy_researchgroup, @leadonline_eu
• Email: info@daissy.eap.gr

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The LEAD-Online project (with a duration of 24 months) aims to enhance critical thinking and digital & media literacy skills in young people, as causally linked to the low levels of reporting and the “normalization” of hate speech online (HSO). The project will empower youth, teachers, media and social media activists in 7 countries (AT, BG, CY, HR, IT, EL, RO) to become agents of change by

• training them to recognize hateful discourses and underlying forms of intolerance, prejudices and discrimination, using a rights-based approach;
• providing them with innovative digital tools to classify, decode and counter HSO, and
• opening up spaces for discussion of HSO, promoting attitudes and behaviour that respect human rights and values.

On April 7^th and 8^th 2022, the kick-off meeting of the LEAD-Online project was delivered with physical presence of the partners in Sofia Bulgaria, hosted by SDA team from Bulgaria, Coordinator of the project.  The first project meeting was dedicated to an overview on the LEAD-Online project, the proposal submitted and previous agreements among partners. The project meeting was dedicated to networking, project management, administrative, financial aspects, quality evaluation, and reporting obligations of all partners. It was a great help for the partners in order to properly understand the Project management and coordination, Self-Assessment And Development of Hate Speech Ontologies, the “Digital Gardening” To Tackle Hate Speech Online, the Play Against Hate: Online Game To Detect and Counter Hate Speech Online and the general Dissemination and Communication of the project. In addition, the meeting clearly defined the work plan and tasks to be implemented by each partner.

At the end of the project, target groups and stakeholders in education, civic sector, media sector in partner countries will benefit from new multiple open-access learning resources and sustainable, scalable, interactive digital instruments for countering HSO. Policy-makers in partner countries will be provided with recommendations to support formal educational activities for media literacy.

For more information about the project and the other activities of DAISSy research group:

• Website: https://daissy.eu/
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daissyresearchgroup/
• Facebook: @DAISSyResearchGroup
• Twitter: @daissy_research
• Instagram: @daissy_researchgroup
• Email: info@daissy.eap.gr

Project Partners

•  Assotsiatsia Za Razvitie Na Sofia, Bulgaria
• Forma Azione SRL, Italy
• Udruge Centar Za Mir, Nenasilje I Ljudska Prava – Osijek, Croatia
• Asociatia Divers, Romania
• Future Needs Management Consulting LTD, Cyprus
• Hellenic Open University, Greece and its DAISSy Research Group
• Zara – Zivilcourage Und Anti-rassismus Arbeit, Austria