The media, communication, and journalism programme at North South University in collaboration with MILNetBD hosted a webinar titled Prompt to Power: Youth, Ethics, and Media and Information Literacy in AI Platforms to mark UNESCO鈥檚 Global Media and Information Literacy Week 2025.
Moderated by KMM Ashfaq Ul Mushfiq, part-time lecturer at MCJ, NSU, the event brought together educators, journalists, researchers and students to explore how artificial intelligence transforms communication, education and civic life and how media and information literacy can help young people engage with these changes critically and ethically, said a press release on Thursday.
In his welcome remarks, Professor Abdur Rob Khan, NSU treasurer and pro-vice-chancellor, in-charge, emphasised the need for ethical and creative digital engagement.
He said, 鈥榊outh are at the heart of AI-mediated communication, yet many still lack the critical literacy necessary to navigate bias, misinformation, and algorithmic manipulation.鈥�
鈥楾he real question isn鈥檛 what AI can do, but how we can use it responsibly, creatively, and inclusively to improve society,鈥� he added.
Md Rizwanul Islam, dean of the school of humanities and social sciences, said, 鈥業nstitutions and legal systems must adapt to ensure fairness, access and accountability in intelligent machines.鈥�
A presentation by Nehemiah Borman, MCJ student and NSU student ambassador of MILNetBD, set the tone for the discussion on 鈥榮tudents and digital Eehics鈥�.
He underscored the importance of media and information literacy in nurturing awareness and ethical decision-making, sharing practical examples of how students can responsibly navigate the digital world.
The keynote address was delivered by Carolyne Lunga, senior lecturer in the journalism and media studies at City St George鈥檚, University of London, and fellow of the Advance HE Academy.
Speaking about the opportunities and risks of generative AI, she remarked, 鈥楾he power of AI is no longer a dream; it is a reality. The AI wave provides an unprecedented opportunity for young people to shape their present and future. Yet artificial intelligence is a double-edged sword; it comes with great responsibility. If left unchecked, it can expand existing inequalities.鈥�
Samiksha Koirala and Adila Majeed from NSU, Azad Baig, digital growth editor at The Daily Star, Rumana Rahman, senior lecturer, East West University and representative of MILNetBD attended a panel discussion.
The webinar concluded with a vote of thanks from Rizwan Khair, chairperson of the department of political science and sociology.
