Youth, Media & Coexistence: Shaping a More Inclusive Future

Thursday, 13 March, 2025

In this episode of UOWD On-Air, Prof Feras Hamza, Head of the School of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Health, moderates an insightful discussion on tolerance, coexistence, and the role of youth in shaping a more inclusive world. Featuring insights from Dr. Michael Mallory, Program Director for Media at UOWD, Bakhita Alremeithi, Executive Director of the Manara Center for Tolerance and Coexistence, and Nauren Asif, a UOWD alumna and participant in the Manara Youth Coexistence Initiative, this conversation explores the power of education, media, and activism in fostering social change.

Episode Highlights:

• Beyond Tolerance: The Importance of Coexistence – How true coexistence requires active engagement, open dialogue, and a commitment to understanding diverse perspectives.
• The UAE’s Approach to Social Inclusion – How initiatives like the Ministry of Tolerance and anti-hate speech laws create a framework for peaceful coexistence in a multicultural society.
• The Role of Youth in Driving Change – How university students are leading conversations on coexistence and taking the initiative to shape the future of inclusivity and understanding.
• Empowering the Next Generation – How the Manara Youth Coexistence Initiative is giving students across nine countries a platform to develop research projects, media campaigns, and community-building initiatives.
• Media as a Tool for Social Impact – How digital media can be used to foster positive change while addressing challenges such as misinformation and the spread of divisive narratives.
• Building Media Literacy and Critical Thinking – Why media literacy is an essential skill in today’s digital world, and how education can equip young people to challenge biased narratives and navigate complex information landscapes.

Join us as we explore how students, educators, and leaders can work together to promote a culture of understanding and dialogue.

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Speaker:
Prof Feras Hamza
Head of School
School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Health

Speaker:
Dr Michael L Mallory
Associate Professor
School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Health

Speaker:
Bakhita Alremeithi
Executive Director
Manara Center for Tolerance and Coexistence

Speaker:
Nauren Asif
UOWD Alumna
Bachelor of Communication and Media

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