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Global Media Academy to Tackle Misinformation on Migration

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Global Media Academy to Tackle Misinformation on Migration

Combatting the spread of hate speech and deliberate distortions of truth on social media is increasingly recognised as an international priority. One of the main objectives of the Global Migration and Media Academy will be to equip students of journalism and media worldwide with the online tools, contextual knowledge and ethical standards they will need to report fully on migration in this fast-evolving information age. 

Anchored in universities in Ireland, Mexico, Morocco, Philippines and Serbia, the Academy will partner with media organizations and journalism faculties to create a truly global facility for students and media practitioners. The first enrolments are expected in the spring and the courses will be free and universally available in multiple languages online.   

Project Date
2020
 - 
Ongoing
Type of Project
Project/Programme
Lead implementing organization/s
International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Irish Aid
Language
English
Geographic Scope
Global
Workstream Output
Off
Regional Review Process
No
GCM Objectives
Cross Cutting Theme
People-centred
Status
Published

*References to Kosovo shall be understood to be in the context of United Nations Security Council resolution 1244 (1999).