Denise Mensonides

Denise Mensonides is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Faculty of Arts, University of Groningen, affiliated with the Research Centre for Media and Journalism Studies (CMJS). She also serves as a Communication Officer at the European Communication Research and Education Association (ECREA) Section Children, Youth and Media. Her work bridges communication studies, media literacy, and socio-cultural policy analysis, focusing on digital inclusion, migrant communities, and children's media practices.

While explicit educational details are not provided, her research demonstrates expertise in digital literacy development across socio-economic groups. She employs methodologies such as participant observation and in-depth interviews to study media habits and policy impacts. Her recent projects include DigiMig, exploring socio-cultural factors affecting digital inclusion among migrant generations in the Netherlands, and her PhD research on digital literacy as a foundation for inclusive citizenship.

Denise’s research interests emphasize the interplay between digital media use, education, and societal participation. She investigates how families and policies shape children’s media skills, aiming to address digital inequalities. Her studies reveal insights into children’s risk-management strategies in digital environments and their integration of news practices into daily life.

• Awards: Received the Impact Award Faculty of Arts UG (2024) for contributions to digital literacy research.
• Collaborations: Works with schools, libraries, and daycare centers, alongside academic peers like Broersma, Swart, and Smit.
• Labs/Teams: Part of the CMJS, contributing to multi-disciplinary projects addressing digital inclusion and media education.