Citizens’ Practices and Perceptions Regarding Information and Disinformation
Thе survey aims to examine how citizens obtain information, what topics interest them most, how they perceive media reporting, their views on the transparency and accountability of state institutions, and their strategies for dealing with disinformation.
The Narrative Trap: Exposing Harmful Narratives used by Politicians and Media
This publication is the result of the research Determining Political Harmful Narratives (HARMTIVE) conducted by the Institute of Communication Studies (ICS) in collaboration with researchers and experts in the area of communications and media, journalists, and media professionals.
Case Study: “Vermin,” “Parasites,” “Satan”: How Toxic Speech Became a Normal Part of Public Discourse
The toxic discourse in North Macedonia’s online political landscape continues to thrive, fueled by sharp polarization and the anonymity of social media. Between September 29 and December 22, 2024, the EOOH platform monitored a total of 238 posts (n=238), capturing insights into the language of hate directed at political figures and groups. This analysis focuses on the patterns of political hate speech, key examples, and its implications for democratic discourse.
Gendered Hate Speech During the 2024 Presidential Elections in North Macedonia
This case study examines the prevalence and nature of gendered hate speech online, focusing solely on the 2024 presidential elections.
Encouraging Youth Civic Activism through Media Engagement
Young people who are civically and politically engaged more often discuss important social topics and are involved in volunteering work both with their families and through their schools; they have more experience with the work of the local and central government, but also with civil society organizations, and are more educated and aware of the impact that the media and disinformation have in society.
Citizens’ practices and perceptions about getting informed and dealing with disinformation
Citizens mostly use the information to keep up with the latest events, make the right decisions in their private lives, and educate themselves, and less for social activism and decision-making on socially important issues.
Women Politicians and Media Bias
The research shows that the mere presence of women politicians in the media is reason enough for their stereotyping and discrimination related to traditional gender roles and the physical appearance of women, especially through the use of sensationalist language.
Media Literacy for All: A Guide to Inclusive Media Education
It's packed with ideas for creating a classroom where everyone feels welcome and included, regardless of background, making every student better equipped to navigate our media-saturated world. It contains tips from picking the right materials and exercises to activities that get everyone involved in the learning process.
Survey report on youth news consumption, disinformation recognition, and civic engagement in North Macedonia
According to young people, politics and political parties are the biggest source of disinformation. At the same time, their political views on social developments in the country are mute.