This four-part webinar series empowers young people to use digital tools, inclusive language, and creative approaches to strengthen historical education and remembrance. Through expert-led sessions, participants will learn how to craft compelling digital narratives, respectfully adapt archival materials, reflect on memory and silenced histories, and harness the power of social media for impactful youth activism.
Led by Kristina Petrauskė, Ewelina Dobrowolska, Tomas Vytautas Raskevičius, and Karolina Vilkelienė, the series combines practical skills with inspiring discussions to help participants transform empathy into action and keep important stories alive for future generations.
Session 1 (October 2nd): ‘Creating Digital Narratives – Storytelling Tools & Techniques’ – Strategies and best practices for creating authentic, engaging, and audience-friendly content, by Kristina Petrauskė
Session 2 (October 7th): ‘How archival materials – photos, documents, testimonies – can be adapted to digital formats with respect and meaning’ – How archival materials – photos, documents, testimonies – can be adapted to digital formats with respect and meaning, by Ewelina Dobrowolska
Session 3 (October 9 th): ‘Why some stories are remembered while others are silenced, with a focus on Holocaust memory, human rights, and their relevance today’ – Why some stories are remembered while others are silenced, with a focus on Holocaust memory, human rights, and their relevance today, by Tomas Vytautas Raskevičius
Session 4 (October 14 th): ‘How social media and online platforms can empower youth activism, turning empathy into action and messages into impactful campaigns’ – How social media and online platforms can empower youth activism, turning empathy into action and messages into impactful campaigns, by Karolina Vilkelienė
In a world where misinformation spreads quickly and important voices risk being forgotten, young people play a vital role in shaping how history is remembered and understood. By combining digital activism with inclusive language, this webinar series equips participants to tell stories that are authentic, respectful, and impactful. It matters because remembering the past is not only about preserving facts—it is about giving space to silenced voices, fostering empathy, and inspiring action for a more just and inclusive future.
Each session blends inspiration with actionable tools, helping you transform ideas into stories that matter and messages into change.
AY Institute is a Lithuanian non-governmental organization dedicated to empowering young people through education, civic engagement, and human rights advocacy. As part of the Memory Makers project, AY Institute organizes the WP2 event to strengthen historical remembrance, foster critical reflection, and promote tolerance among youth. Through initiatives like this, AY Institute works to counter antisemitism, anti-Roma discrimination, racism, and all forms of hatred by connecting the lessons of history to today’s challenges.
For more details, please reach out to the event coordinator:
Dominyka Svilyte
dominyka.svilyte@akt.lt
Following the event, we’ll publish: