Arthur shares his experience from Puglia at the Student Church

Last week, during the Meet & Eat at the Student Church in Nijmegen, Arthur shared his experience from an international youth project in Puglia, Italy. The project brought together young people from across Europe to explore a topic that feels more urgent than ever: fake news and the impact of misinformation on our societies.

Arthur spoke about what he learned there, not as abstract theory, but through real conversations and encounters. He explained how misinformation can arise, how quickly it spreads, and how young people can learn to recognise it, ask better questions, and find nuance. What struck him most, he said, was discovering that young people from very different countries share the same concerns. Despite cultural differences, there was a strong sense of collective responsibility: how can we support each other in becoming more informed, more critical, and more mindful?

At Bildung Nijmegen, we believe that the knowledge and experiences gained through international projects should flow back into our city and its communities. That is exactly what Arthur did: he brought his insights home and shared them in a space where connection, dialogue, and personal growth come together.

We are proud of Arthur, and grateful for the way he shows what Bildung looks like in practice: learning with and from one another, both within and beyond the borders of our own city.