DW Akademie Asia

08/09/2026

The other day, we shared a video reel of our MIL Club Review Meeting in Mae Sot, . DW Akademie had organized it in cooperation with Myanmar Health Support (MHS, https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088320098556). Today, we can also show you some pictures of this meeting.

During this reflection session in Mae Sot, students from migrant learning centers shared how their experiences in the MIL Clubs have influenced the way they use media in everyday life.

They spoke about pausing before sharing a post, checking whether information comes from a reliable source, comparing different sources and becoming more aware of misinformation online.

But the students did more than describe what they had learned. They also shared honest feedback about what worked, what could be improved and how future MIL activities could become more practical, creative and engaging. Some also expressed an interest in connecting with young people from other countries through future online or in-person exchanges.

Their reflections showed that Media and Information Literacy is not only about navigating media. It is also about building confidence, encouraging young people to ask questions and giving them a voice in shaping their own learning.

For migrant education, these skills matter—not only in the classroom, but also in the many decisions young people make every day in an increasingly complex digital world.

07/09/2026

How do you feel about AI (artificial intelligence)? That's what DW Akademie Asia asked MIL stakeholders in seven Southeast Asian and Central Asian countries.
The respondents took part in an online MIL networking conference earlier this year. This conference was part of the EU-funded project “Be part of it! Youth empowerment as a key to inclusive policy making for Cambodia” and of the project “Digital Resilience and Dialogue”, which is funded by Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (Bundesministerium für wirtschaftliche Zusammenarbeit und Entwicklung (BMZ)

06/09/2026

In Chittagong, Bangladesh, the Department of Communication & Journalism, University of Chittagong and The Daily Suprobhat Bangladesh have signed an MoU to strengthen collaboration between journalism education and the media industry.

The collaboration marks another step towards stronger university–media partnerships and more practice-oriented journalism education in Bangladesh. It helps bridge the gap between academic learning and professional journalism.

The MoU was signed under the project “Journalism of the Future – Sustainable Quality Media Regain Trust,” implemented by the South Asia Center for Media in Development-SACMID ( ) with the support of DW Akademie.

The MoU signing ceremony was attended by Professor Dr. Mohammad Al-Forkan, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Chittagong, Shahab Uddin, Chair of the Department of Communication and Journalism, Professor Dr. Mohammad Al-Amin, Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Academic), Professor Dr. Md. Shafiqul Islam, Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Administration), Md. Hasan Mia, Acting Registrar, Professor Dr. Md. Enayet Ullah Patwari, Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences, Dr Atiqur Rahman, Professor, Professor Dr. Mohammad Morshedul Islam, Professor, Professor Dr. Md. Shahidul Haque, Professor, Dr. Md. Abdur Razzaq, Department Lecturer (Moderator of the event), Muhammad Atiq Ullah, Assistant Professor , Dr.Hamida Sultana, Assistant Professor, Jimi Amir, Project Coordinator, DW Akademie Asia, Rusho Mahmud, Editor, Daily Suprobhat Bangladesh, Omar Faruque, Publisher, Daily Suprobhat Bangladesh, Nazar E Zilani, Member of the Board of Trustees, SACMID.

Representing SACMID were Syed Kamrul Hasan, Deputy Director, and Easin Ahmed (Jibu), Senior Program Officer.

The project is supported by Germany’s Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (Bundesministerium für wirtschaftliche Zusammenarbeit und Entwicklung (BMZ).

05/09/2026

📣 Calling All Journalists in !

Cambodia's PDP-Center is offering an exciting opportunity for journalists.

✅ Apply for funding/grants to support the production of news stories and in-depth reporting on important issues that matter to communities.

Don't miss this chance to bring impactful stories to life and contribute to informed public dialogue.

04/09/2026

What happens when trainers of the Health Support (MHS) and students get together to reflect on their MIL Club journey? Plenty of honest feedback, fresh ideas and lively discussions!

DW Akademie, in cooperation with Myanmar Health Support (MHS), organized an MIL Club Review Meeting in Mae Sot. Participants shared what they had learned, how Media and Information Literacy has influenced their everyday media habits, and what could make future MIL activities even more engaging and useful.

The insights from trainers as well as students will help strengthen coordination, respond better to students’ needs, and explore how MIL can be further integrated into migrant education.

This reel gives a short glimpse of the energy and teamwork from the meeting!

A big thank you to MHS and all participating trainers and students for sharing their experiences and creative ideas.

This workshop was part of DW Akademie's project Digital Resilience and Dialogue.

MHS: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088320098556

03/09/2026

It's ( ) and this week we are going back to a three-year project in Cambodia that ran from 2020 to 2022. It was called "Youth Voices Matter!" and it was funded by the European Union in Cambodia.
For three years, young men and women from the Cambodian provinces explored how to use media to access truthful information. They also learned how to add their voice to the public discussion- and how this relates to the concepts of access to information and freedom of expression.
Thanks to everyone who helped make this project a success back then - all the participants from Battambang, Siem Reap, Kampong Thom and Phnom Penh, as well as our project partners and associates Khmer Youth Association, Youth Council of Cambodia, Cambodian Center for Independent Media, and Women's Media Centre of Cambodia.

02/09/2026

Maisha Tabasum Rinta is a facilitator for the bootcamp, ‘Loud and Clear: Empowering Youth Voices 2.0’ in Bangladesh and a student at the University of Chittagong.
The 'Loud and Clear' bootcamps focus on MIL, digital safety, and constructive dialogue.
The participants learn to assess information quality, navigate polarized digital spaces safely, handle differing opinions, and engage constructively with others. These skills will help them lead their communities.
Youth multipliers (university journalism students) like Maisha Tabasum Rinta facilitate them with Human-Centered Design at its core. They use fast-paced, innovative methods and make learning both useful and enjoyable.
These bootcamps are organized by WAVE Foundation and DW Akademie under "“Loud and Clear: Empowering Youth Voices 2.0.” co-funded by the European Union and Germany's Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development ( für wirtschaftliche Zusammenarbeit und Entwicklung (BMZ).

31/08/2026

📱🗣️ What happens when formal education, access to media, and freedom of expression are limited?
In one of the worlds largest refugee camps, Cox’s Bazar, , Rohingya youth from Myanmar are finding an answer through digital storytelling. They use their smartphones as learning tools, information hubs and community newsrooms. And they document daily life, counter disinformation and create spaces for dialogue - even if this means taking risks.
In his article, Ata Ullah highlights how young people are building trusted information networks, verifying rumors before they spread and sharing stories that go beyond the narrative of crisis.
🔗 Read the article:

In Cox's Bazar, Rohingya youth turn smartphones into lifelines, learning, reporting and fighting misinformation. In a place shaped by struggle, their voices are quietly rebuilding dialogue and hope.

30/08/2026

What is your tip for digital wellbeing? That's what we asked MIL educators and stakeholders from 11 countries in Central Asia, South Asia, and Southeast Asia. They were all part of an online conference on digital wellbeing in July.
Digital wellbeing means creating a healthy relationship with technology that supports mental, emotional, and physical health. It emphasizes forming digital habits to enhance life rather than feeling overwhelmed by technology.
The participants in DW Akademie’s online conference explored how to understand digital wellbeing (what is at stake, and for whom?). They also developed strategies and tips that help use digital media without being overwhelmed or psychologically drained.
This dialogue between MIL stakeholders from different countries led to new insights and it helped participants adapt existing ideas and concepts to their requirements.
This conference was part of the EU-funded project “Be part of it! Youth empowerment as a key to inclusive policy making for Cambodia” and of the project “Digital Resilience and Dialogue”, which is funded by Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (Bundesministerium für wirtschaftliche Zusammenarbeit und Entwicklung (Bundesministerium für wirtschaftliche Zusammenarbeit und Entwicklung (BMZ).

29/08/2026

Community reporters from the Peoples’ Radio Myanmar and Voice of Palong - পালংয়ের হতা had a unique opportunity this month. They were part of the 5th International ICBMS - International Conference on Burma/Myanmar Studies at the Chiang Mai University, Thailand, on August 13th. Their community media platforms participated in the conference and shared their experiences and research.
For the community reporters of Voice of Palong and Peoples’ Radio, taking part in this conference meant much more than just attending an international conference. It was an important opportunity for Rohingya voices and community-led media experiences from Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh, to reach an international academic platform. Through their presence and input at this conference, the community reporters contributed to wider conversations on education, knowledge, media, and social change.
Their presentation highlighted how community media can give refugees and host communities a voice. This can create learning spaces, facilitate knowledge sharing, and strengthen social cohesion.
Voice of Palong reporters Jahid Hossain, Khaleda Bibi and Mohammad Ibrahim and Kyaw Wanna, Thara, Elsa, Thiha from People’s Radio Myanmar participated in the panel presentation. DW Akademie trainer Mafia Mukta and Shihab Jishan Anik from YPSA - the implementing partner of DW Akademie, also participated as panelists.
Dr. Ei Thin Zar, postdoctoral fellow at RCSD, Chiang Mai University and Cambridge University, moderated the session ‘Silence to Signal: Community Radio as a Space for Practices of Inclusion and for Education in Myanmar-Thailand and Myanmar-Bangladesh Border Lands.’
DW Akademie's work with the two community media groups has been funded by the Federal German Government and the European Union.




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