What is Access?

In media literacy, Access is defined as how, when, where, and how often people have access to the tools, technology, and digital skills necessary to thrive. This includes (but is not limited to):

• Understanding how media, technology and the internet works,

• Understanding how to locate content and use media; knowing what resources are available online,

• How consumers access information may determine what information they receive,

• Access to all information and ideas without censorship; individuals should draw conclusions about media based on their own assessment, experiences, values, and beliefs,

• Participation in society, including the ability to receive and convey information, is a global human right,

• Access to media literacy education.