Colombia to Host UNESCO’s Global MIL Week 2025: A Focus on AI and Media Literacy
The 14th Global Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Week is set for 23-24 October 2025 in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia. This year’s theme, Minds over AI – MIL in Digital Spaces, emphasizes the importance of media and information literacy in helping people think critically and engage effectively as artificial intelligence reshapes our environment.
Artificial intelligence is increasingly influencing public conversations, media creation, and decision-making on both personal and societal levels. Media and information literacy equips individuals with the skills needed to respond thoughtfully and responsibly to these changes. The theme highlights the necessity to protect truth, build trust, and promote civic participation in an age where algorithms often determine what we see and believe.
Key Themes and Initiatives
- Integrating AI challenges into education to prepare learners for a digital future.
- Developing governance models that prioritize transparency, accountability, and digital inclusion.
- Engaging youth—active digital users—to co-create narratives on responsible AI and voice their concerns.
In a digital landscape where AI shapes choices and perceptions, media and information literacy is essential for maintaining critical thinking and human judgment.
Renewal of UNESCO’s Global MIL Alliance
A dedicated day on 22 October will focus on strengthening UNESCO’s Global MIL Alliance. Efforts will concentrate on improving governance, increasing member participation, and aligning the Alliance’s mission with emerging global needs. This renewal will reinforce the Alliance as a key platform for international collaboration on media and information literacy.
Alongside the main conference in Colombia, events will take place worldwide, supporting the global movement toward media and information literacy for everyone.
Invitation to Global Stakeholders
UNESCO and the Government of Colombia call on governments, educators, civil society, media professionals, tech companies, and youth groups to join this initiative. The goal is to build digital societies that are inclusive, well-informed, and resilient.
For communications professionals, this event highlights the growing need to understand AI’s impact on media and public discourse. Incorporating media literacy into strategies can enhance trust and engagement in digital communication.
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