Action Plan on Combatting Disinformation and Misinformation through Media and Information Literacy (MIL)

This is a short publication produced by journalist unions in the South Africa region, under the auspices of UNESCO. It has actions for journalist training, collaboration, public awareness and advocacy for policy.
"This document will serve as the foundation for broader continental efforts, with FAJ [Federation of African Journalists] committed to replicating and expanding the initiative across all five regions of Africa – subject to raising the necessary resources. The goal is to ensure seamless implementation at the continental, regional, national and local levels, addressing the unique challenges posed by disinformation and misinformation.This plan envisages deployment of Media and Information Literacy (MIL) as a primary strategy for combatting false information. By empowering both journalists and the public to critically engage with the media landscape, the plan seeks to strengthen the capacity of journalists and raise awareness about disinformation"
UNESCO Office in Harare & Federation of African Journalists. (2024). Action Plan on Combatting Disinformation and Misinformation through Media and Information Literacy (MIL). UNESCO. https://unesdoc.unesco.org/ark:/48223/pf0000391879
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