As a direct follow-up to the Erasmus+ training on preventing radicalisation and extremism in Georgia, Together For Youth held a bilingual workshop in Lyon for a dynamic group of youth workers, students, educators, and emerging digital creators. The session merged theory and creativity, offering both a comprehensive understanding of radicalisation and hands-on tools for counter-narratives.
Participants explored the psychological, socio-political, and ideological roots of radicalism, with emphasis on identity, marginalization, and online influence. Through case studies, facilitated dialogue, and artistic expression, the workshop created space for critical thinking, empathy, and proactive engagement.
Workshop Goals
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Define and distinguish radicalism vs. extremism.
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Analyze stages and triggers of radicalisation.
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Strengthen youth voices against hate speech and misinformation.
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Empower digital storytelling as a tool for prevention.
Key Activities
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🎙️ “Rewrite the Message” – Meme lab where participants redesigned harmful narratives into inclusive messages.
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💡 Pitch Zone – A micro-campaign competition encouraging participants to design short, youth-led counter-radicalisation initiatives.
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📚 Insight Sessions – Real-world case studies of extremist groups and youth disengagement paths.
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🧭 Critical Dialogue – A guided debate on freedom of speech vs. incitement, and responsible digital citizenship.
Participant Reflections
“We don’t fight
hate by copying it—we fight it with voice, art, and clarity.”
“I’ve never thought about how memes could actually fight extremism.”
Outputs
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Three youth-created projects were selected for pilot funding from a local innovation fund.
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A bilingual “Youth Guide to Spotting Radicalisation” was drafted, with plans for publication.
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Local teachers requested follow-up sessions for civic education classes in autumn 2025.