On 9 November 2026, the partners of the Erasmus+ project BE-SAFE – Building Elderly Women’s Safety in Media and AI-Fabricated Environments gathered for their first online kick-off meeting, officially marking the beginning of the project’s implementation.
The project is coordinated by the Baltic Education Technology Institute (BETI) and brings together six partner organisations from five countries: Lithuania, Türkiye, Latvia, Spain, and Greece. Over the next 24 months, from November 2026 to October 2028, the consortium will work together to promote digital safety, media literacy, and social inclusion among older women.
Strengthening Digital Safety and Confidence
The BE-SAFE project aims to strengthen the digital resilience, confidence, and media and AI literacy skills of women aged 65 and over. Particular attention will be given to helping older women recognise misinformation, AI-generated content, online scams, and other digital threats.
Through the development of accessible educational resources, an e-learning platform, interactive digital tools, and Community-Based Digital Safety Circles, the project seeks to empower older women to navigate digital environments more safely, confidently, and independently.
First Meeting and Project Planning
The online kick-off meeting provided an opportunity for project partners to get acquainted, introduce their teams and areas of expertise, and establish a common understanding of the project’s objectives and expected results.
During the meeting, the consortium reviewed the project’s six work packages, discussed partner responsibilities, key activities, and implementation timelines, and agreed on the initial steps for effective cooperation.
Particular attention was given to establishing communication channels, sharing project documentation, and ensuring smooth coordination between partners throughout the implementation period.
With the successful completion of its first online meeting, the BE-SAFE partnership has taken an important step towards creating a safer and more inclusive digital environment for older women across Europe.