Denise Mensonides

We are already (over) halfway through our webinar series. High time to reflect a little on past webinars with great speakers, and great webinar speakers yet to come! Read more about it here. Digital wellbeing in schools: the example of Information and Communication Clubs (Assoc. prof. dr. Maria José Brites and dr. Teresa Sofia Castro, […]

The past few months have been a busy and inspiring period for the DigiMig team, filled with engaging conferences and meaningful connections. We are excited to highlight two key events where we shared our research and insights in Groningen: the DAMR Annual Conference and the Informed Citizenship for All conference. Sharing Research at the DAMR

On Tuesday, October 21st, Denise attended the Cinekid for Professionals Industry Forum, a gathering dedicated to advancing the quality and impact of children’s media. The forum opened with a compelling keynote by Thor Svanholm Gustavfson, who explored how media professionals can support children in imagining alternative futures, especially futures that are more inclusive and equitable.

In May 2025, Denise, the postdoctoral researcher on the project, had the opportunity to engage with a range of scholars exploring the intersections of (digital) media practices, digital inclusion, migration, and diversity. In this blogpost, she highlights the rich diversity of the projects and reflects on the complex ways in which technology, migration, identity, and

At what age do you give your child a smartphone? How do you teach your child to interact with others in a group chat? What if your child is allowed to game much longer at a friend’s house than at home? How do you help your child become resilient against online dangers like hacking and