Landesfilmdienst Sachsen
The LFD - Specialist Office for Media and Education in Leipzig has been promoting media literacy since 1990 through workshops, film festivals, and political education. As a non-profit organization, it advocates for democracy, diversity, and sustainable education, offering innovative projects for children and young people.
About LFD - Office for Media and Education
editThe LFD - Office for Media and Education is a non-profit association and a state-recognized provider of independent youth assistance based in Leipzig. Since its founding in 1990, the LFD has established itself as a central point of contact for media education and media-supported political education. The association unites individuals, clubs, public institutions, and municipalities in a non-partisan and interdenominational network to promote media competence in Saxony.
Key Products and Services
editThe LFD offers a wide range of services focused on active and receptive media work. These include:
- Media Education: The LFD promotes media competence through workshops, training sessions, and consultations for children, young people, and professionals. The open media workshop "MediaLab" allows young people to realize their own media projects.
- Media-Supported Political Education: The association offers events and projects that support political education through the use of media.
- Film Culture: The LFD organizes film festivals such as Rabazz and LeoLiese, aimed at children and young people, as well as open-air cinema events throughout Saxony.
- Media Library and Media Rental: The association operates a media library that lends educational media free of charge.
Mission and Values
editThe mission of the LFD is to strengthen media competence and promote critical engagement with media content. The association places great importance on the promotion of democracy, diversity, and tolerance. These values are reflected in the award of the Saxon Democracy Prize and the Best Practice Award from the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development.
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
editThe LFD is committed to sustainable educational measures and has received the Innovation Award for Continuing Education from the Free State of Saxony 2024 for its innovative approaches. The association integrates education for sustainable development (BNE) and development policy education into its media education offerings to ensure a holistic and future-oriented education.
Current Initiatives
editThe LFD actively participates in current discussions and developments in the field of media education. The association offers workshops on topics such as Artificial Intelligence in youth work and Fake News. Additionally, the LFD organizes the media week "Society + Critique," which addresses socially relevant topics.
With a dedicated team of media education professionals and a variety of projects and events, the LFD - Office for Media and Education is an indispensable partner for all those committed to a well-founded and critical media education.