InterLink Initiative

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Here you will read about our latest achievements soon to come…

  • The current situation in Finland and what youth workers should know

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    This segment is part of the AIwareness project e-toolkit, a resource developed to help youth workers understand emerging AI-related risks and confidently address them in workshops with young people. This section focuses on the current situation in Finland and what facilitators should keep in mind when preparing sessions on this topic. With the rapid development

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  • AI and Child Safty

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    A summary of UNICEF’s February 2026 Issue Brief on Artificial Intelligence and Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation In February 2026, UNICEF released an issue brief addressing the intersection of artificial intelligence and child sexual abuse and exploitation. The report clearly defines the scope of this growing problem and emphasizes the urgent need for coordinated action

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  • Training for Youth Workers

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    From energisers and team-building to role plays and interactive workshops, participants are diving into topics like:🔹 Digital footprints🔹 AI usage & recognition🔹 Safe navigation in the online world🔹 Designing and facilitating impactful workshops Using creative methods such as storytelling, simulations, AR tools, and hands-on activities, participants are not only learning—but actively creating and testing new

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  • Screen time and Wellbeing

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    AI generated image by ChatGPT3.5 Key Themes Across the Research ThemeFindingThe 2-hour thresholdMultiple studies flag 2+ hours of personal screen time daily as a meaningful risk markerCausality is being establishedStudies now show screen reduction causes measurable mental health improvementBidirectionalityScreen use worsens wellbeing, but poor wellbeing also drives more screen useSleep is the clearest linkPre-bedtime screen

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  • Workshop Feedback Insights: Strong Results and Clear Directions for Improvement

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    As part of our ongoing work within the AIwareness project, we conducted a survey to evaluate the effectiveness of our recent workshop. The results highlight a very positive participant experience, while also providing valuable insights for future improvements. High Satisfaction with Workshop Materials One of the strongest outcomes of the survey was the high level

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  • Methodology 5: Safe Navigation Online

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    SAFE NAVIGATION ONLINE How do young people stay safe while navigating today’s digital world? Our Safe Navigation in the Online Environment workshop/lesson/ session helps participants build essential skills to recognize risks, make informed decisions, and develop responsible online habits. 💡 What participants gain:✔️ Awareness of common online risks✔️ Practical strategies for safer browsing✔️ Stronger decision-making

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  • Methodology 4: AI Usage & Recognition

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    How often do you interact with AI without even noticing? From social media feeds to smart suggestions — AI is everywhere. In this interactive 1.5-hour workshop/lesson from our methodology, participants explore how AI works in everyday life and learn how to recognize AI-generated content. What to expect:✔️ Understand what AI is (in simple terms)✔️ Discover

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  • Methodology 3: Online Safety Basics

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    ONLINE SAFETY BASICS WORKSHOP How safe are we really online? In this interactive workshop, participants explore everyday digital habits and learn how to stay safe in the online world. Through real-life scenarios, group discussions, and hands-on activities, young people build the skills they need to navigate digital spaces confidently. What we focus on: Strong passwords

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  • Digital Platforms and Tools Currently Used for Youth Engagement

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    The analysis of the digital platforms and tools currently used for youth engagement reveals a clear preference for established communication and social platforms, while more specialized or emerging platforms see lower adoption. Key Takeaways 1. Dominance of Communication and Mainstream Social Media Youth workers heavily rely on platforms that facilitate direct communication and widespread social

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  • Get a sneak peek at our methodology 2

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    DIGITAL FOOTPRINTS WORKSHOP As part of the AIwareness project, we are developing practical workshops that help youth workers teach young people how to stay safe and responsible online. One of our sessions focuses on Digital Footprints — the traces we leave behind on the internet. Through interactive role-play activities, participants explore how their online actions

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