Responsible Video Reporting Mentor
This badge recognises youth workers who help young people tell real stories through short video reports. As a mentor, you guide youth in planning, filming, and publishing videos that give visibility to their voices and community issues, such as plastic waste, mental health, or local action.
Skills and experiences gained
This badge aligns with LifeComp and DigComp competence frameworks and supports the development of:
- Mentoring and facilitation skills
- Digital storytelling and media literacy
- Planning and coordinating creative youth activities
- Team leadership and collaboration
- Empowering youth voice and participation
Complete 2 tasks to earn this badge.
You have to finish 1 task to get the badge
Tasks
Task no.1
Evidence verified by: one activity organiser
Task 1: Prepare and Facilitate
Introduce youth to what makes a short video report powerful: a clear message, authentic voice, and good visuals. Explain that a “report” can be as simple as sharing a 1–2 minute story, interview, or awareness message.
What to do:
- Share simple tutorials or examples (e.g. short videos on plastic waste or social topics) and help them brainstorm story ideas. For example Explore BBC's teaching videos.
- Watch a short video with the group. For example this video on plastic polution.
- Discuss what works and what does not work
- Support youth in drafting short scripts or storyboards for their videos.
Upload a brief description or photo of your facilitation process as evidence.
Task no.2
Evidence verified by: one activity organiser
Task 2: Guide Filming and Editing
Teach basic filming tips:
- Hold the phone horizontally (unless filming for TikTok or Reels).
- Use natural light whenever possible.
- Keep the message short and direct (under 2 minutes).
Demonstrate quick editing tools:
- CapCut: simple app for phones.
- Canva Video Editor: drag-and-drop browser tool.
- Clipchamp: free desktop editor by Microsoft.
Also:
- Encourage them to include subtitles for accessibility and clarity.
- Let the group look for and watch video tutorials together
What to do:
- Help youth record their short video using a smartphone or tablet.
- Guide them as they edit and add their message.
- Publish finished videos on your organization’s or group’s social media.
- tip: Celebrate by screening all videos together
Evidence to submit:
Share the links to at least two published videos and a short note about how you supported the process.
Interest categories
Environment end ecology
Activities
Community Video Reporting: Plastic Detectives
Supporting Creative Self-Expression
Shared Guidelines and Peer Learning
Digital Rights
Critical Digital Literacy
Organiser
Digital Youth Work Resource Hub
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