This week, I moderated an inspiring public event on disinformation and its societal impacts.
The speakers were Prof. Herman Wassermann, Professor of Journalism at Stellenbosch University, South Africa, and Giancarlo Fiorella, the Director for Research and Training at Bellingcat and an Assistant Professor at Utrecht University.
“What can we learn from developments in the field of disinformation abroad? It is crucial to gain insights into approaches and consequences elsewhere. By studying these experiences, we can better understand which measures can be effective and what consequences we need to anticipate in the Netherlands. Identifying causes and patterns in the emergence of disinformation can provide valuable knowledge to take preventive measures and strengthen societal resilience.”
A special thanks to Prof. Bruce Mutsvairo, Professor of Media, Politics, and the Global South, and the other organizers for inviting me to be a part of this event.
Donya Alinejad 