Our first new resource page of the year provides guidance for introducing essential media literacy skills and links to additional resources.

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January 4, 2024


** Strengthening Democracy in 2024
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** NEW Resource Page

Media Literacy Resources
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As the anniversary of the January 6 insurrection approaches, we are reminded that critical thinking skills are imperative for resisting harmful disinformation and countering hate and bias.

In today’s society, adults and young people are exposed to a lot of information from a variety of media sources, most notably digital platforms, television, radio and print materials. And in a politically contentious and polarized climate, information can be manipulated to mislead and to cause harm. Rhetoric and catchphrases—especially about complex and divisive issues—are abundant and often attempt to reduce complex concerns to simplified and biased explanations. Therefore, being discerning about the information around us is crucial.

We offer our first new resource of the year, our Media Literacy Resources ([link removed]) page, which provides guidance for introducing these essential skills and links to our media and digital literacy content.


** Resource Spotlight
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** What Is the School-to-Prison Pipeline, and How Do We Disrupt It?
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School policies that include harsh punishments, automatic out-of-class time and police involvement for discipline contribute to pushing young people out of classrooms and into the criminal legal system. The resources on this page ([link removed]) can help open dialogue, shift practices and foster change to benefit all young people.
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