Baroda High School Bagikhana* proudly shares the enriching experience of our young learners who participated in the *Young SDG Explorers Camp 2026* organized by *GUJCOST in collaboration with PDEU* at the Community Science Centre, Subhanpura, Vadodara. The session focused on the thought-provoking theme: *“Fake News and Media Awareness: Understanding the Infodemic.”*
*Date:* 17th June 2026
*Time:* 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
*Venue:* Community Science Centre, Subhanpura, Vadodara, Gujarat
*Mentor Teacher:* Ms. Divyaba Mahida
*Our Young SDG Explorers:*
Jaksh Keyurbhai Pancholi (VI C) Naman Ashishkumar Sharma (VI C) Tamboli Harikrushna Viral (VII A) Kharva Naksh Jigneshbhai (VII A) Kharva Nitya Jigneshbhai (VII A)The engaging session, conducted by *Ms. Satakshi (Student from PDEU), introduced students to the importance of **media literacy and responsible digital citizenship*. Students explored the concepts of fake news, misinformation, disinformation, and malinformation, while understanding their impact on society, public health, and the digital world.
*Key Learnings:*
Understanding fake news and misinformation Differentiating misinformation, disinformation & malinformation History and evolution of fake news Impact of misinformation on society and public health Role of social media and algorithms in information spread Recognizing red flags and misleading content Developing fact-checking skills and critical thinking Exploring real-world examples and preventive measures
The camp concluded with the distribution of participation certificates, celebrating the students’ curiosity, active involvement, and commitment towards *SDG 4 – Quality Education*.
A meaningful initiative towards nurturing responsible, informed, and digitally aware young citizens who can think critically, verify information, and contribute towards a better society.
