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A Response to the August 2024 Violent Riots from ConnectFutures. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eMk5sFwR

✨ It’s been a wild year, and with the August 2024 riots fresh in our minds, it’s time to talk about how we can all stay safe and make our voices heard. 🗣️ 💫 Are you working with young people affected by recent events like the August 2024 riots? Our new program is designed to help them navigate community tensions, stay safe, and make their voices heard. ➡ Our new workshop is here to help young people: 💡 Understand the difference between peaceful protests & riots 💡 Speak up on issues like #Islamophobia & #farright #extremism 💡 Learn how your identity (#race, #gender, etc.) shapes what you care about 💡 Stay safe both online and in real life 💡 Know the real consequences of getting involved in criminal activity Whether you’ve been affected by hate or violence—or just want to be prepared—we’ve got your back. 💪 🔗 Click here to learn more about the workshop: https://lnkd.in/epqcpbK7 Alex Walker Merjury Mhlanga Sandy Singh Jodeci Franklin Dan Ngugi- Gitau Lissamarie Minnis Lyden Roberts Mohamed Zakaria Newton Jefferson Simmie Jandu Laura Shaw Hiwot Emma Ameneshoa MInstLM Dan Gaze Kate Bond Shakilah Kyalisiima Lulu Pinkney Aidan Fernandez

🌟 Poland: 🇵🇱 Last week, Carys Evans represented ConnectFutures at the INDEED Final Event and the 2nd International Policy and Practitioners Forum in Poland. 👏 As part of a panel, she contributed to discussions on the Gender, Ethical, Legal, and Societal Aspects (GELSA) of Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism (P/CVE), as well as De-Radicalisation Evaluations and Initiative Design. ✅ The event brought together international experts, policymakers, and practitioners to share research, explore innovative approaches, and highlight the challenges faced in P/CVE efforts. 🔗 To view the full event agenda, click here: https://lnkd.in/dMzzHJ8U. 🔗 For more about ConnectFutures and their ongoing work, click here: https://lnkd.in/ebAxJNPc Robert Örell Gazbiah Sans EUCPN (European Crime Prevention Network) Norbert Leonhardmair Viviana Couto Sayalero Leila El-Krekshi Borislav Mavrov, PhD Claudia Iasillo Ana Milosevic, PhD Pedro Liberado Katarzyna Klimaszewska Natalia Jarmużek-Troczyńska Kai Brand-Jacobsen Isabella Pirlogea Dana Dolghin INDEED Jenny Sonesson VICESSE Research GmbH Vasiliki Polychniatou Rhianon Williams Rashel Talukder Serena Fabbrini Halil Simsek Helen Gibson Isabella Pirlogea Rositsa Dzhekova Torben Adams Gerrit Zach Kate Whitfield Giulia Dino Giacomelli (she/her)

👉 The August 2024 riots across Britain remind us just how crucial it is to equip #youngpeople with the ability to navigate #misinformation, #extremism, and #socialunrest. 🧠 At ConnectFutures, we are committed to empowering #youth through #medialiteracy and active #citizenship, helping them understand the complexities of today’s digital and #political landscape. (Learn more about our RIOTS, PROTESTS AND PEACE: YOUTH workshop: https://lnkd.in/epqcpbK7 ) 👉 Our latest blog by Prof Lynn Davies and Savannah Hanson explores the urgent need for youth to be able to critically assess the world around them—particularly in times of unrest. 🔗 Read more on our latest blog here "EMPOWERING YOUNG PEOPLE: RIOTS, ALGORITHMIC EXTREMISM, PROTEST AND TRUTH.": https://bit.ly/3AJjcNG #socialmedia #riots #youth #algorithmicextremism #youngpeople #echochambers Please like and share: Pia van Antwerpen Tina Wilchen Christensen Sarah Buxton Tina Squire, PCC, ACCG Laura Alejandra López Pineda Jessica Mancinelli Michael Myford Anne Double Heather Partington

➡ Healthy relationships are key to building a supportive and inclusive society. When #youngpeople learn what healthy connections look like, they’re better equipped to navigate gender dynamics and avoid harmful behaviours, fostering respect and trust in all areas of life. ➡ With #harmfulideologies like #incel culture present#online and offline, it’s critical to teach young people how to challenge these narratives. Recognising and rejecting toxic behaviour helps them build resilience, improving both their personal relationships and the culture around them. ✅ By guiding young people to create #respectfulconnections, we help them shape safer, more inclusive communities. 🔗 Click here to learn more about our workshop on HEALTHY AND RESPECTFUL RELATIONSHIPS: https://lnkd.in/ewFkBuYY Kirsty Beeston Abbee McLatchie Alison Romaine Richard Graham Nadia Alomar Samia Akram Mary Vincent Matthew Knights Ben Ireson Jeremy Lyons, MEng. MSc. Thomas McNeil James Ogundare Sandy Singh Farhana Kuddus Narinder Gill FCCT Nansi Ellis Adil Muhammad 

💫 In the recent ConnectFutures workshop, "Hateful Ideologies Leading to Terrorism," Alexander tackled a complex and sensitive topic with clarity and precision. By breaking down challenging concepts into accessible sections, he ensured participants could fully grasp the key themes and insights. 👉 At ConnectFutures, we pride ourselves on making difficult subjects, like #extremism and #radicalisation, easier to understand through clear structure and engaging delivery. This session exemplified our commitment to providing practical knowledge in a way that resonates with diverse audiences. 🔗 Click here to learn more about our workshops including bespoke workshops: https://lnkd.in/esQ-vDZF Ayperi Tuğçe AYBAR Adam Salmon Inonge Lifanu, MBA, DPA Julie Wharton Katherine Bannon Naushad Hunter Sally Benton Graham Huggins Aymen Bouazizi Vincent Korowa Gemma Ellison

❓ So, what are your thoughts? ➡ With the August riots showing how online #echochambers can fuel real-world violence, addressing this issue has never been more urgent. Social media algorithms often trap young people in cycles that reinforce their existing beliefs, isolating them from diverse perspectives and critical discussions. This deepens divisions and makes it harder to challenge misinformation. ✅ In our latest blog, "Empowering Young People: Riots, Algorithmic Extremism, Protest and Truth," Savannah H. explains why simply teaching young people to “spot #fakenews” isn’t enough. We need to equip them with #criticalthinking skills, empathy, and the ability to question narratives, helping them break out of digital bubbles and engage meaningfully with the world. ❗ Make sure to give it a read ❗ 🔗 Click here to read on our website: https://bit.ly/3AJjcNG #socialmedia #riots #youth #algorithmicextremism #youngpeople #echochambers Hana Ehab Heather Partington Anne Double Sabine Terlecki Connor Belle Amy Hill MIchelle Edwards Merseyside Violence Reduction Partnership Mabel Babasola Sarah Bryson Meadhbh (Maeve) Park

👉 In today's world, #misinformation, #conspiracy theories, and #extremism spread quickly, especially online, making it harder to separate fact from fiction. With the constant stream of news and social media content, it's essential to equip students with the tools to think critically and protect themselves from manipulation. The FAKE NEWS, CONSPIRACY AND TRUTH | YOUTH workshop builds awareness and provides practical strategies are now more important than ever. 👉 This workshop encourages students to explore the important topics of fake news, conspiracy theories, and extremism—both #online and #offline—while examining how perception can be shaped. 👉 It also provides practical advice on protecting yourself and knowing who to contact for support. Using interactive content, the session helps build knowledge and confidence in a safe and engaging environment. 🔗 Click here to find out more about the workshop: https://bit.ly/46twbgw ➡ In this workshop, Students are encouraged to question and critically engage on the topic of fake news, conspiracy theories and extremism on and offline. Please like and share: Mike Lewis Joshua Farrell-Molloy Chidinma Nebolisa, AcArb Luca Baraldi Ayperi Tuğçe AYBAR Tamzin Reynolds-Rosser Abdallah Hisham Asgar Khan, C.Eng(IEI) Almaas Osman Saba Hussain Lorraine Kellum, MA Inioluwa Olaosebikan 

👉 In today's world, #misinformation, #conspiracy theories, and #extremism spread quickly, especially online, making it harder to separate fact from fiction. With the constant stream of news and social media content, it's essential to equip students with the tools to think critically and protect themselves from manipulation. The FAKE NEWS, CONSPIRACY AND TRUTH | YOUTH workshop builds awareness and provides practical strategies are now more important than ever. 👉 This workshop encourages students to explore the important topics of fake news, conspiracy theories, and extremism—both #online and #offline—while examining how perception can be shaped. 👉 It also provides practical advice on protecting yourself and knowing who to contact for support. Using interactive content, the session helps build knowledge and confidence in a safe and engaging environment. 🔗 Click here to find out more about the workshop: https://bit.ly/46twbgw ➡ In this workshop, Students are encouraged to question and critically engage on the topic of fake news, conspiracy theories and extremism on and offline. Please like and share: Mike Lewis Joshua Farrell-Molloy Chidinma Nebolisa, AcArb Luca Baraldi Ayperi Tuğçe AYBAR Tamzin Reynolds-Rosser Abdallah Hisham Asgar Khan, C.Eng(IEI) Almaas Osman Saba Hussain Lorraine Kellum, MA Inioluwa Olaosebikan 

👉 #Socialmedia echo chambers are shaping the way young people see the world—reinforcing biases and amplifying #misinformation. The August riots showed just how powerful and dangerous these #digitalbubbles can be. But we can do more than just warn young people about fake news. 👉 In our latest blog, "Empowering Young People: Riots, Algorithmic Extremism, Protest and Truth," Savannah H. explores how echo chambers fuel division and how we can equip the next generation with the #criticalthinking skills they need to break free. If you're passionate about empowering youth and building a more connected society, this is a must-read! 🔗 Read more on our latest blog here: https://bit.ly/3AJjcNG #socialmedia #riots #youth #algorithmicextremism #youngpeople #echochambers Please like and share: Hadiya Masieh Stewart Bembridge David Harris Gerison Lansdown Perryn Jasper Mustafa Field Adnan Saif PhD FRSA Jeeta Patel Muna Golmohamad Linkova Waqar Ahmed MBE Dr. Chris Berry Assia Hussain Nina Ma 马妮娜 نينا ما FRSA Kelly Fowler