Campaign Against Hate Speech: “Youth Mediators Unite”

This campaign empowers students as mediators against hate speech and fosters a positive,
inclusive school environment. Without triggering a rebellious response towards figures like
teachers, mediators, and/or psychologists, our peer-driven approach aligns with empowering
students and ensures a lasting impact, encouraging community responsibility and open
dialogue beyond the academic year.

Objectives of the Campaign:

1. Empower Student Mediators: Equip students aged 10-16 with the skills and confidence
to actively mediate and act against hate speech in their schools.

2. Foster a Culture of Inclusion: Cultivate an environment where students actively

contribute to creating a safe and inclusive space for everyone.

3. Encourage Peer Leadership: Identify and train student mediators who excel in mediation
skills and positively impact their peers, becoming leaders against hate speech.

Target Group:

- Students aged 10-16: Specifically targeting three middle schools in Mitrovicë, encouraging
them to actively combat hate speech within their educational communities.

Where:

- Three Middle Schools in Mitrovicë

When:

- September to October: Beginning at the start of the academic year to set a positive tone
and establish the campaign's principles early on when students are not occupied by heavy
school work.

Activities:

1. Campaign Introduction Workshops:

- Conduct engaging workshops in each middle school to introduce the campaign's
objectives, emphasizing the importance of students actively participating in countering hate
speech.

2. Mock Trials:
- Organize mock trials within the schools to pique interest and showcase the potential
impact of mediation in resolving conflicts related to hate speech.
- Involve teachers, psychologists, local community leaders, and legal professionals to
provide guidance and feedback during the trials.
3. Selection Process:
- Identify and select student participants based on their performance and impact during the
mock trials.
- Emphasize qualities such as empathy, communication skills, and leadership potential.

4. Training Sessions:
- Provide intensive training sessions for the selected student mediators, focusing on
mediation techniques, conflict resolution, and understanding the nuances of hate speech.
- Collaborate with professionals in conflict resolution and youth leadership to lead these
sessions.

5. Peer-to-Peer Mediation Implementation:

- Implement a structured program where trained student mediators actively intervene in
instances of hate speech within their schools.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the mediation program through regular
check-ins and feedback sessions.

6. Awareness Campaigns:
- Launch a comprehensive awareness campaign within schools, leveraging the power of
social media and digital marketing alongside traditional methods like posters, assemblies,
and classroom discussions.

7. Recognition and Rewards:

- Acknowledge and reward the efforts of student mediators through certificates, public
recognition, and small incentives to motivate ongoing commitment.

8. Feedback and Improvement Sessions:

- Organize regular feedback sessions with students, teachers, and mediators to evaluate
the campaign's impact and make necessary adjustments for continuous improvement.