Up&Up for Digital Society
Rethinking digital spaces for a more equal and respectful society
Up&Up4ds is a European project designed to explore and transform the digital experiences of young people by addressing gender stereotypes, online violence and digital citizenship.
Building on the success of the original Up&Up initiative, this project brings together partners from Italy, Spain, Romania, and Bulgaria to co-create tools, research, and training activities that raise awareness and drive change across digital platforms.
Why this project matters
Social media and online platforms are powerful spaces for self-expression – but they can also amplify harmful stereotypes and host various forms of gender-based violence, from hate speech to cyberbullying and revenge porn. Young people, educators and parents often feel unequipped to navigate these challenges.
What we do
Up&Up for digital society develops:
Research-based insights
On how youth experience and reproduce gender dynamics online.
Educational tools
To strengthen digital awareness, critical thinking and resilience.
Training programs
For teachers, educators, youth workers and families.
Partnership
With schools, NGOs, universities and institutions to broaden impact.
A final toolkit and policy guide
To promote safer, more inclusive digital environments
Our Goal
Is to train a new generation of digital citizens who are aware, respectful, and ready to challenge online inequalities.
