NAVARRA - The Conference on Digital Citizenship and Digital Rights was held at the University of Navarra School of Communication, bringing together researchers, policymakers, and civil society stakeholders to discuss the future of digital governance and well-being. The event was organized by Red.es, a public entity under the Spanish Ministry of Economic Affairs and Digital Transformation.
As part of the conference program, PROMISE Principal Investigator Prof. Dr. Charo Sádaba participated in the round table discussion on 5 February, “Digital Well-being and Citizenship on Social Media.” The session explored how research, policy, and public engagement can work together to promote healthier and more responsible digital environments.
During the discussion, Prof. Dr. Sádaba highlighted the importance of ensuring that scientific research meaningfully informs public policy, particularly in areas affecting the health and digital well-being of young people. Drawing on insights from the PROMISE project, she discussed how the project’s interdisciplinary methodology is designed to generate robust, policy-relevant evidence.
PROMISE combines several complementary research approaches—including literature synthesis, youth focus groups, experimental testing of platform design interventions, and policy analysis—to better understand how social media environments influence young people’s well-being. This integrated framework aims to produce findings that can support evidence-based decision-making at multiple levels, from educators and civil society organizations to national and European policymakers.
By contributing to conversations at international events such as this conference, PROMISE continues to strengthen dialogue between research and policy communities. These exchanges play an important role in ensuring that emerging evidence about digital environments and youth well-being is translated into practical strategies and informed policy responses.
The PROMISE team looks forward to continuing engagement with policymakers, researchers, and practitioners across Europe as the project progresses.