EARLALL participates in the launch of the All Digital Weeks 2026 campaign on digital well-being
10/03/2026
EARLALL took part in the launch event of the All Digital Weeks 2026, organised by All Digital, marking the beginning of this year’s European campaign dedicated to digital inclusion and digital well-being.
As a strategic partner of the campaign, EARLALL joined policymakers, practitioners, researchers and digital inclusion experts to reflect on how Europe can support healthier, safer and more inclusive digital participation in an increasingly digitalised society.
Digital wellbeing for a competitive Europe
The event opened with remarks from Petra Bevek from the Ministry of Digital Transformation of Slovenia and Theresa Elhage, Communication and Advocacy Manager at All Digital.
In his keynote address, Tiago Silva highlighted the campaign’s central message: digital well-being is essential for a competitive Europe by bringing examples from the ALL DIGITAL network to Brussels. As digital tools increasingly shape how people work, learn and interact, fostering healthy digital habits and empowering citizens to navigate digital environments confidently has become a key societal priority.
Participants engaged in interactive discussions exploring how educators, learning providers, policymakers and civil society organisations can work together to promote inclusive and responsible digital participation.
Digital wellbeing and inclusion in EU strategies
A policy panel brought together experts from European institutions, the private sector and civil society to discuss how digital wellbeing and inclusion are being addressed in EU strategies.
Francesca Maltauro, Deputy Head of Unit for Digital Education at the European Commission, emphasised the importance of strengthening digital skills and AI literacy across education systems, while ensuring that policies address the broader social and well-being impacts of digital technologies. She highlighted concerns around the mental health of young people in digital environments and the need to ensure that European digital policies promote safe and trustworthy online spaces.
From the industry perspective, Julie Guichard, EU Digital Safety Government Affairs at Microsoft, stressed that trust must be embedded across the entire digital ecosystem. This includes designing services responsibly, providing clear rules and safeguards, ensuring transparency, and supporting users through education and digital skills development.
Addressing regional and social inequalities, Laia Orozco Joan, Head of the Digital Equity Lab at the Bofill Foundation, highlighted that the digital divide is no longer only about access to technology. Differences in skills, knowledge and support systems can shape how people interact with digital tools, potentially widening inequalities if not addressed through inclusive education policies.
Finally, Diogo Heinen, Digital Well-Being and Inclusive Technology expert at MAKS, stressed the importance of linking digital inclusion and digital well-being. Vulnerable groups, including people with lower digital literacy, may be more exposed to digital risks and distractions. Strengthening digital life skills and community-based learning opportunities can therefore help citizens navigate digital environments with greater confidence.
The role of education, lifelong learning and regions
The discussions highlighted the critical role of education and lifelong learning systems in supporting digital wellbeing. Participants emphasised the importance of developing digital literacy, critical thinking and AI awareness across all age groups.
For regional and local authorities, these discussions resonate strongly with EARLALL’s work on lifelong learning and inclusive skills development. Regions play a key role in ensuring equitable access to digital learning opportunities, particularly for rural areas, vulnerable groups and adult learners, and in supporting educators and training providers in addressing new digital challenges.
Through initiatives such as All Digital Weeks, European networks, policymakers and practitioners can work together to strengthen inclusive digital ecosystems that promote participation, trust and wellbeing in digital societies.
EARLALL looks forward to continuing its collaboration with All DIGITAL and partners across Europe to promote digital inclusion, lifelong learning and responsible digital transformation.