Launching in 2026: the continuing education programme “Notice, Verify, Challenge” on media literacy and resilience.
This spring 2026, a continuing education programme “Notice, Verify, Challenge: Media Literacy and Resilience Programme” will be launched, aimed at teachers, education professionals, and leaders of civil society organisations.
The objective of the programme is to develop participants’ skills in critically evaluating information, identifying misinformation, and understanding the impact of the modern information environment — including social media and artificial intelligence — on learning and society. It also aims to strengthen the capacity of teachers, school leaders, and NGO representatives in Ida-Viru County, Tartu County, and Harju County to recognise, analyse, and address disinformation, propaganda, and digital information manipulation through a structured and modular professional development programme focused on media literacy and resilience.
Programme Content and Structure
The training programme consists of 10 learning modules, covering topics such as:
- digital media literacy and awareness of artificial intelligence
- critical media consumption and identifying manipulation
- evaluating information sources and fact-checking
- active and informed citizenship
- social integration and civic dialogue
- resilience to misinformation and psychological protection
The training sessions are practice-oriented and include discussions, group work, and case studies.
Who is the programme for?
The programme is open to representatives of civil society organisations, teachers, school leaders, and other education professionals who wish to develop their media literacy skills and support the development of learners’ critical thinking.
How is the training delivered?
The training is conducted in a hybrid format, combining in-person sessions and online meetings, allowing flexible participation across Estonia. Sessions take place mainly in Tallinn, Tartu, and Narva/Jõhvi.
What will participants learn?
By participating in the programme, participants will:
- develop critical thinking and information analysis skills
- learn to use fact-checking methods and digital tools
- understand the impact of media and technology on learning
- gain practical methods for use in educational settings
Registration
To participate, please register via the programme website: https://meedia.sscw.ee/mil2026/
The number of places is limited — up to 25 participants can attend each in-person session (with additional online participation available).
Further information
For additional information and content-related questions: Vassili Golikov, Programme Manager, Sillamäe Society for Child Welfare
+372 5560 2993 / vassili@sscw.ee
The project is funded by the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Tallinn.
Brief introduction to the SSCW
SILLAMÄE SOCIETY FOR CHILD WELFARE
Sillamäe Society for Child Welfare (SSCW) is a public interest nongovernmental organisation that was created December, 8th in 1989. During these years SSCW has been working actively towards creating a child and youth friendly environment in our society. Each year we have broadened the reach of our activities to initiate broad-based and society-wise noticeable initiatives. Today SSCW has conducted and supported more than 130 projects not only on the county but also on country and lately on an international level
SCSW activity is consistently expanding. Activities have been directed at the entire nation and more specifically different areas of the nation like Sillamäe, Tallinn, Harju County or Ida-Virumaa. SSCW has celebrated 25th anniversary in year 2014. A small regional organisation has grown over two decades into a respected organisation, capable of conducting project and initiatives on the local, national and international level and is a part of (among other things) Estonian Civil Society Concept joint committee, European Anti-Poverty Network (EAPN), Anna Lindh Foundation Estonian network, Estonian Roundtable for Development Cooperation, and has a consultative status with ECOSOC at the UN.
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