Media Literacy

Welcome to media literacy at Ofcom. We hope you find the information and links on these pages useful.

About Ofcom and media literacy
A quick guide to Ofcom and media literacy with news of upcoming events and initiatives.
Communications - Safety and Security
Here you will find links to guidance from various organisations on using the internet and other communications technologies safely.
Understanding the media & communications technology
Here you will find guides to different communications technologies, information on digital switchover and also details on Ofcom's industry and market research.
Media Literacy Publications, Research and Event Reports
Media Literacy Publications from Ofcom and other organisations, including research findings and event reports.
Ofcom's Strategy and Priorities for the Promotion of Media Literacy - A statement
The Media Literacy Audit
Publications from the media literacy audit including reports, datasets and questionnaires
Digital Inclusion Initiatives
Here you will find information on a range of initiatives from organisations promoting digital inclusion including Community Media schemes
Associate Parliamentary Media Literacy Group
Information on the Associate Parliamentary Media Literacy Group, for which Ofcom provides secretariat support
The Byron Review
Further information and how to submit evidence to the review
Media literacy education resources
Links to media literacy resources and organisations promoting media literacy in the UK and abroad.
Lifeblood of democracy? Learning about broadcast news
Published 12|02|08

How can I find out more?

If you want to know more or want us to update you on our work with media literacy please contact us at media.literacy@ofcom.org.uk