FOR SCHOOLS: Be Cool, Stay Cool (#3a)

Service Description

This workshop for youth between 12 and 17 years of age strengthens resilience and democratic awareness. Participants explore the foundations of democracy and human rights, and learn to recognise and respond to hate speech, prejudice, and conspiracy theories. They are introduced to problematic content and actors on social media, with practical guidance on how to identify risks and react safely. The session also addresses how extremism, radicalisation, and terrorism develop and take shape. Methods: Jump 'n' run game HATE HUNTERS, role-playing game DECOUNT, group discussions, and multimedia-based reflection. IMPORTANT: This workshop is funded by public funds in Austria and can be provided free of charge to schools and AMS educational institutions when booked through ÖAD: https://kurzlinks.de/OeAD