Democracy in Action

Visegrad Minigrant V4 Gen Project

Democracy in Action is an international project supported by the International Visegrad Fund through the Visegrad Minigrants programme, bringing together students and teachers from the Czech Republic, Slovakia and Austria.

The project explores the role of media in democracy, the importance of active citizenship and the value of European cooperation. Through three international mobilities in Vienna/Hollabrunn (Austria), Bratislava (Slovakia) and Prostějov (Czechia), students will develop their media literacy, critical thinking and understanding of democratic values.

The programme includes workshops, research, presentations, cultural exchange and visits to media organizations and public institutions. Students will investigate public opinion, fake news, environmental issues, social services and civic participation in the three countries. They will also create and manage a joint social media profile to share their findings and promote democratic engagement among young people.

By connecting young people across borders, Democracy in Action aims to strengthen intercultural understanding, encourage responsible participation in public life and inspire the next generation of active, informed and engaged European citizens.