TLDR: The Global Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Week 2025, running from October 24-31, will prominently feature discussions on the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the information landscape. The main global conference, themed ‘Minds Over AI – MIL in Digital Spaces,’ is set for October 23-24 in Colombia, while Sarawak will host its own dialogue on October 24. A specific dialogue on October 29 is also slated to delve into AI’s influence.
The year 2025 marks a significant focus on the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Media and Information Literacy (MIL) with the observance of Global MIL Week from October 24 to 31. This annual event aims to raise awareness and celebrate advancements in media and information literacy worldwide. The central theme for Global MIL Week 2025 is ‘Minds Over AI – MIL in Digital Spaces,’ underscoring the critical need for human judgment and critical thinking in an increasingly AI-curated digital world.
The main Global MIL Week Conference, co-hosted by UNESCO and the Republic of Colombia, is scheduled for October 23 and 24, 2025, in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia. This conference will explore how AI is reshaping the information landscape and emphasize MIL’s crucial role in empowering individuals to critically engage with AI-driven content.
In parallel, Sarawak is actively participating by hosting its own ‘Sarawak Global Media and Information Literacy Dialogue 2025’ on October 24, 2025. This local event will include a hybrid dialogue format, presentations, and panel discussions, reflecting Sarawak’s commitment to advancing MIL. The original news summary also highlights a dedicated Global Media and Information Literacy Dialogue on October 29, which will specifically focus on the impact of AI, falling within the broader week-long observance.
Discussions throughout the week are expected to address the imperative of safeguarding truth, fostering trust, and strengthening civic engagement within algorithm-driven environments. A key objective is to advocate for the integration of AI-related challenges into educational curricula and the development of robust governance frameworks that ensure transparency, accountability, and digital inclusion.
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Special emphasis will be placed on the role of youth, who are among the most active users of digital technologies. Young voices are encouraged to co-create narratives around responsible AI, propose innovative solutions, and articulate their concerns regarding the future of digital spaces. As Tawfik Jelassi, Assistant Director-General for Communication and Information at UNESCO, stated in a related context, ‘In a world where artificial intelligence increasingly curates our choices, filters our realities, and shapes our beliefs, media and information literacy is not optional, it is essential.’
