The integrity of the information circulating across digital platforms is increasingly at risk. Disinformation spreads rapidly, crossing borders, adapting to different cultural and political contexts, and reproducing familiar patterns in the service of economic, ideological, and geopolitical interests. The phenomenon can undermine democratic institutions, erode trust in … [Read more...] about The Disinformation Diaries: A Global Journey Through the Crisis ofInformation
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Navigating My AI Journey: The Power of Literacy in Overcoming Challenges
Abstract In the face of rapid AI advancements, my unexpected layoff from Microsoft News in June 2020 marked the beginning of a transformative journey. With a rich journalism background spanning over a decade, including roles at Zeenews and Jagran, I found myself grappling with uncertainty. This led to a deep curiosity about AI, prompting me to enroll in a PhD program despite … [Read more...] about Navigating My AI Journey: The Power of Literacy in Overcoming Challenges
Training Community-based Journalists for Climate Change Reporting: Lessons from South Africa
Abstract: Reporting to the public on climate change impacts, adaptation, and mitigation requires journalists to be equipped to engage with a wide range of technical content in order to communicate it in an accessible and engaging way. Recognizing the need for journalists from a wide range of backgrounds, including those from community newspapers and radio stations in South … [Read more...] about Training Community-based Journalists for Climate Change Reporting: Lessons from South Africa
