By Agora CFR Team
Imagine waking up to a viral story claiming that a well-known public figure has resigned in disgrace, only to discover hours later that the entire narrative was fabricated. Or picture a widely shared image depicting a wildfire in your city – except the photo was taken in another country years ago. In today’s information ecosystem, it is not uncommon to encounter these scenarios.
False information, whether spread deliberately to mislead or simply shared without verification, has the power to shape public opinion, distort reality, and undermine trust in institutions, the media, and even our own perceptions. Disinformation is a problem that affects everyone. Misleading content, from manipulated images and deep fake videos to coordinated campaigns pushing false narratives influences social and political conversations worldwide. With the rise of digital platforms, information travels faster than ever, often outpacing efforts to verify and correct falsehoods. The consequences can be severe, making it increasingly difficult for people to distinguish fact from fiction.
The toolkit below aims at equipping readers with the right tools and strategies to push back against falsehoods and reinforce the importance of truth.
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