We invite researchers, activists, digital technologies experts, policy makers, civil society, gender equality experts, young people, young journalists, and content creators from Europe, to join us on May 14th, for the final international G-LENS conference “Citizen Engagement and Exchange of Good Practices”.

May 14, 2026 | 09:00 - 17:00 (CET)
NYX Hotel Warsaw | Warsaw, Poland 

The conference will bring together researchers, practitioners, activists, policy stakeholders, young people, and journalists to discuss issues such as the role of youth and educators in promoting democratic resilience, the impact of disinformation on society and media accountability, and ways to translate good practices into inclusive policies.

 9:00 – 9:30  Registration
 9:30 – 10:00  Welcome speech
 10:00 – 10:45  Keynote speech
10:45 – 11:00  Summary of the G-LENS project 
11:00 –11:30  Coffee break 
11:30 – 13:00  Panel 1: Youth and Educators for Gender-Equal Digital Futures. Empowering the Next Generation: Youth and Educators at the Frontline of Democratic Resilience and response to digital violence.
13:00 – 13:45  Lunch
13:45 – 15:15  Panel 2: Accountability, Law and Media - When Disinformation Causes Harm. Legal Frameworks, Media Responsibility and the Human Cost of Disinformation 
15:15 – 15:30  Coffee break 
15:30 – 17:00  Panel 3: From good practices to Policy: Cross-Sector Recommendations for Gender-Inclusive and Resilient Societies
17:00  Final words 

About the Event
The conference is organized by the Fundacja British Council in Poland, as part of the international G-LENS project (Gender-Inclusive, Long-lasting, and Empowered Networks and Societies). This two-year (2024-2026) European project, co-funded by the European Union, adopts a comprehensive approach to countering gendered disinformation. By combining research, education, and advocacy, G-LENS empowers young people to create a more inclusive and democratic digital environment.

Disclaimer
Co-funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however, those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.
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