Media literacy is vital for informed citizenship and decision-making in a country like Bangladesh.
While some civil society organisations promote digital literacy, a more systemic approach is necessary.
Media literacy should be integrated into the school curriculum, and fact-checking practices should be encouraged through media channels.
Strict content regulation policies must be implemented, and digital media literacy should be made a compulsory subject to build long-term resilience against misinformation.
With the advent of the technological revolution, the need for media literacy has gained critical importance.
Millions of people access unlimited content daily on social media, requiring critical evaluation of information.
As people remain perpetually uncertain about the authenticity of news, the extent of its credibility and their inability to distinguish it from propaganda, society has become polarised in its perception of reality.
Through these efforts, young people can gain the skills needed to navigate media responsibly.
Moreover, media literacy can foster lifelong learning; ensuring individuals adapt to evolving media trends and contribute to a cohesive, democratic society.
Mansur Helal
Mella, Laksham
