Digital International Series VII

April 28, 2025

The Marmorosch, Autograph Collection

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Main Partners

Ministerul Educatiei si Cercetarii
Kingdom of Netherlands
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Main Sponsors

Garanti Bank Romania
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About the Event

Education and Digital Skills in the AI and Disinformation Age

AI and digitalization are transforming every sector, from education and workforc development to political discourse. Ensuring that citizens—especially young people—are equipped with the right skills to navigate this transformation is a shared responsibility between policymakers, industry leaders, innovators and educators Through this roundtable, we aim to establish a clear roadmap for national and EU-wide initiatives, fostering an inclusive, innovative, and resilient digital future.

Now is the time to act—by shaping education today, we prepare for a future where technology serves humanity, rather than undermining it.

With this roundtable, we will focus on future skills, digital literacy, and preparing new generations for the evolving job market. As AI reshapes industries, education systems must shift towards learner-centered, lifelong learning models that emphasize critical thinking, adaptability, and digital discernment. This session will explore global best practices, innovative tools, and policy frameworks that ensure individuals remain competitive and resilient in a rapidly transforming economy.

A key aspect of the discussion will also address how education and digital skills can act as a defense against AI-driven disinformation in Europe. As AI-powered platforms increasingly shape public discourse, equipping citizens with AI literacy, media integrity awareness, and cross-sector collaboration strategies will be critical for maintaining trust, innovation, and competitiveness.

 

Roundtable I: Education and Digital Skills in the AI and Disinformation Era

Objectives

Exploring how digital skills can infuse our education goals for the next decade — starting with the first years and integrated at all levels in the educational journey. We also want to touch upon how digital and AI literacy serve as a vital defense against algorithmic-generated disinformation spread in Romania and across Europe. The discussion will focus on:

  • Educational policies that promote digital and media literacy.
  • AI literacy as a fundamental skill for navigating the digital space.
  • Media integrity and strategies to counter AI-driven disinformation, particularly on social networks.
  • Cross-sector collaboration among policymakers, educators, and tech companies to strengthen public resilience against disinformation.

Expected Outcomes

  • Clear strategies for integrating digital skills training into European education systems, along with policy recommendations for strengthening digital literacy across the EU.
  • Commitments from stakeholders to support cross-sector collaboration, facilitating dialogue between technology companies, policymakers, and educators to combat disinformation.
  • Concrete steps for the responsible integration of AI in education, through both formal and informal programs, alongside policy recommendations for a pan-European approach to AI literacy and critical thinking in the digital age.
This roundtable will highlight the essential link between digital skills development and the fight against disinformation, ensuring that AI innovation and media integrity go hand in hand.
DRIS VII Nav - Education and Digital Skills in the AI and Disinformation Era

Agenda

coffee and registration

Registration and coffee

Mon, Apr 28, 2025

11:30 AM to 12:00 PM

Opening speeches

– Opening Speech Diana Popp, Co-founder & Vice President SEE
– Victor Negrescu, Vice-President, European Parliament
– Daniel David, Minister, Ministry of Education and Research
– Tolga Banyocu, Deputy General Manager – Client Solutions, Garanti BBVA
– Oleg Roibu, General Counsel, eMAG

Mon, Apr 28, 2025

12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

Interventions/ Debate

– Janette Verrijzer – Head of the Economic Department, Kingdom of Netherlands
Embassy
– Ștefan Pălărie, State Senator, Romanian Parliament
– Tanase Stamule, Associated Professor- Bucharest University of Economic
Studies
– Adelina Dabu, Head of Public Policy, ConfederaÈ›ia Patronală Concordia
– Laura Florea, Vice President Romanian Business Leaders, Owner, Point PA & PR
– Constantin Spanu, Head of Public Relations, MAPN
– Iulian Chifu, analist
– Valentin Jucan, Vice President, CNA
– Andrei Niculae, VP, ADR
– Andreea Traicu, Journalist, Redactor-Șef Adevărul
– Sebastian Dobrincu, Tech entrepreneur, influencer
– DragoÈ™ Stanca, Tech entrepreneur, Upgrade100
– Gabriela Popescu, Corporate, External and Legal Affairs, Central Europe, Microsoft
– Dorin Rusu, Government Affairs, Microsoft
– Andrei Pitis, Founder, Genezio

Short Break 2:15 PM

– Codrin Scutaru, CEO, Public Affairs Solutions
– Raluca Anton, Author, Psychotherapist, Trainer
– Ioana Chicet-Macoveiciuc, Author, blogger
– Diana Stafie, Foresight Strategist, Future Station
– Diana Segarceanu, Avenor College
– Alexandra Carlin, Coordinator, American International School of Bucharest
– Mirabela Amarandei, Counsellor, Ministry of Education
– Alexandru Bogdan, Roca X
– Daniel Rogoz, co-founder KINDERPEDIA
– Valentin Maior, Federatia NaÈ›ională a PărinÈ›ilor din România

Mon, Apr 28, 2025

1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Debate

Mon, Apr 28, 2025

3:00 PM to 3:30 PM

Networking

This dedicated networking time provides an opportunity to discuss the roundtable themes in greater depth, exchange insights on digital skills education, and explore potential collaborations to address AI and disinformation challenges.

Mon, Apr 28, 2025

3:30 PM to 5:00 PM

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The event will be streaming Live on Smart Everything Everywhere ‘s Facebook page, starting 12PM.

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