The main objectives of this project are to increase the quality and recognition of youth work in participating countries and beyond by developing reporting possibilities focused on youngsters and thus empowering young people in particular to report and combat hate speech. For a stronger role in the work against Hate Speech, the participating actors want to position themselves more strongly as competence bearers in their country structures, permanently expand their knowledge of current Hate Speech phenomena and empower young people more strongly to actively take action against Hate Speech themselves through reports. To connect these (newly developed) reporting possibilities to relevant organisations working against hate speech, youth work structures and other relevant stakeholders, national/regional networks will be developed by round tables to increase the recognition of youth work at the national expert level. A transnational portal for hate speech reporting in the languages of the project countries is developed - for using synergies and for promoting our consortium of youth work organisations on national and international levels. National reporting systems for Hungary and North Macedonia are developed and for Croatia is reactivated and integrated into the youth work structures. Interfaces between technically divergent existing reporting systems (Slovakia and Israel) and the transnational evaluation system are developed. A joint country-comparative final analysis of the reports of hate speech received will be produced.
Partners:
- Youth Agency gGmbH, Germany - Coordinator
- Youth on Board, North Macedonia
- Digitalna Inteligencia, Slovakia
- Fighting Online Antisemitism, Israel
- Mladi u Europskoj Uniji, Croatia
- Asociacion Cultural Euroaccion Murcia, Spain
- Anthropolis Antropológiai Közhasznú Egyesület, Hungary
Objectives:
- The main objectives of this project are to increase the quality and recognition of youth work in participating countries and beyond by developing reporting possibilities focused on youngsters and thus empowering young people in particular to report and combat hate speech.
- Building a transnational portal for hate speech reporting in the languages of the project countries is developed - for using synergies and for promoting our consortium of youth work organisations on national and international levels.
- A joint country-comparative final analysis of the reports of hate speech received will beproduced.
Results:
🌐 Transnational Hate Speech Reporting Portal
One of the key outcomes of the project is the development of the first transnational hate speech reporting portal, specifically designed to meet the needs of young people. The portal enables users to safely and easily report online hate speech across different platforms and countries, while ensuring a unified categorization and follow-up process through partner reporting offices.
The project produced a comprehensive Cross-Country Comparative Analysis based on more than 3,700 real hate speech reports submitted through the reporting portal. The analysis provides in-depth insights into:
- the most frequently reported forms of hate speech in each country,
- national and socio-political differences,
- dominant online platforms where hate speech occurs,
- specific risks and trends affecting young people.
This report supports evidence-based policymaking and more targeted national responses to online hate.
To ensure a consistent and accurate approach to identifying hate speech across countries, the project developed the Hate Speech Classification Handbook Directory. This practical guide includes:
- clear definitions of hate speech categories,
- visual and contextual examples, including memes and coded hate,
- globally applicable and locally adapted categories.
The handbook supports moderators, youth workers, and reporting offices in correctly identifying and classifying hate speech content.
As part of the project results, a practical guide was developed for youth and civil society organizations on how to obtain Trusted Flagger status under the EU Digital Services Act (DSA). The guide explains:
- eligibility criteria,
- organizational preparation,
- responsibilities after recognition as a Trusted Flagger.
This status enables organizations to have their reports of illegal content prioritized by online platforms.
📄 Download the guide here:
IQyQ2a9wMT68vtSSFTjZ8AZHOs4G1G0YvhYPT4X6.pdf (The document contains both language versions: Macedonian first, followed by English.)
🤝 Guide for Cooperation with Digital Services Coordinators (DSCs)
Another important output is a practical handbook supporting organizations in building structured cooperation with national Digital Services Coordinators (DSCs). The guide outlines:
- the role and mandate of DSCs,
- reporting and crisis-response procedures,
- long-term strategic engagement and policy contribution.
The project also developed hands-on materials for organizing round tables and stakeholder meetings on hate speech. These resources support organizations in:
- selecting appropriate formats,
- facilitating inclusive discussions,
- achieving concrete policy and networking outcomes.
Throughout the project implementation, an active Instagram awareness campaign was conducted to engage young people, raise awareness about online hate speech, and promote the reporting portal.
