A Call to Action against Disinformation

A Call to Action against Disinformation

Abstract

On 10th June, the European Commission published their joint communication on addressing disinformation during the COVID-19 crisis (henceforth, the Communication). The report reiterated a number of serious concerns that have been raised repeatedly following the outbreak of the virus late last year, while also bringing to light several important new recommendations. This article elicits some of the key implications and challenges raised by the latest Communication concerning diverse actors involved in countering disinformation.

June, 29 2020.
Security, Defence & Migration

Author

Sophie Kenneally

Project Designer and junior Researcher
Agenfor International Foundation

Sophie Kenneally, Project Designer and Junior Researcher specializing in the prevention of human trafficking for sexual exploitation and the intersection of human rights and security. She has experience working in the emergency reception centres for asylum seekers in Vienna, where she also worked closely assisting young refugees to overcome integration challenges, improving their language skills and helping them access key public services. She has further experience volunteering with an immigration lawyer in London, developing an insight into the moral and legal themes associated with immigration. Having completing her Bachelor degree at the University of Vienna and her Master degree at University College London, Ms Kenneally is fluent in German and English, will further knowledge of Italian, Russian and French.