News literacy and digital literacy – Tackling fake news

The project focuses on improving news literacy and digital literacy, so that citizens, journalists and civil society organisations can more effectively recognise and deal with fake news, disinformation and unethical media reporting.

“News literacy and digital literacy – Tackling fake news” is a project aimed at developing knowledge and skills for the critical understanding of online news, digital content and media reporting.

The project contributes to more effective, responsible and ethical behaviour by citizens and journalists in the digital space. Through educational resources and activities, social media users gain tools to critically assess information, recognise fake news and distinguish credible from manipulative content.

Particular focus is placed on supporting civil society organisations in dealing with fake news and unethical media reporting. The project also encourages public and professional debate on news literacy, digital literacy and the conditions that affect freedom of expression.

Through this approach, the project contributes to a better-informed audience, a more responsible media environment and greater resilience to disinformation in the digital space.