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Going beyond fact-checking
"Disinformation is a much more complex social, cultural and technological phenomenon", says Tiago Lapa, professor and researcher at the Center for Research and Sociology Studies (CIES-Iscte) and project coordinator in Portugal. In a digital ecosystem marked by an abundance of information, algorithms and artificial intelligence, combating disinformation requires more than checking facts. Lisbon. FAMA, funded by the European Union, therefore relies on participatory methodologies such as citizen panels, workshops and training actions, so that citizens understand not only how to identify false content, but also the social, emotional and algorithmic mechanisms that support the circulation of disinformation.
Three countries, different contexts, common challenge
The consortium brings together six institutions from Portugal, Italy and Greece. Tiago Lapa highlights that, despite sharing common challenges, "there are relevant differences between the three countries, related to political contexts, levels of institutional trust and specific cultural dynamics". Portugal, he details, "faces low levels of media literacy, particularly among seniors, and strong dependence on social networks among young people", while in Italy "the media ecosystem is historically marked by polarization" and Greece "presents vulnerabilities associated with institutional distrust and the effects of the economic crisis".
Training open to all audiences
The sessions were designed for students, professionals, educators and citizens in general. The project is based on the principle that there is no single approach that is effective for all. "We want our sessions to also function as spaces for listening and learning, allowing us to better understand which formats and strategies are most suitable for promoting critical thinking and civic participation", explains Tiago Lapa. The training sessions included leading professionals in the field of journalism and media literacy.
Learn more about the project FAMA.
