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Strengthening community radios to advance Media and Information Literacy across Latin America and the Caribbean — Photo by Bo

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Media Literacy and Information Literacy Reviewed: How Community Radios Can Become Trusted Fact‑Checking Hubs

How Community Radios Can Transform into Trusted Fact-Checking Hubs Over 60% of election reports broadcast on Latin American community radios come from unverified online sources, so stations can become trusted fact-checking hubs by adopting structured training, digital tools, and community partnerships. I have spent years guiding small broadcasters in Brazil
Strengthening Media and Information Literacy in Africa — Photo by Negative Space on Pexels

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Media Literacy and Information Literacy in Africa Reviewed: Is It Time to Mobilize Digital Empowerment?

Why Media Literacy and Information Literacy Matter in Africa Yes, the moment has arrived to scale digital empowerment across Africa; practical media and information literacy strategies are essential for resilient societies. In a continent where digital conversations shape politics, economies, and identities, strengthening these skills is no longer optional. My
Tinubu launches world’s first media literacy institute, declares war on fake news — Photo by mk_photoz on Pexels

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Tinubu's Bold Move: Nigeria’s First Media Literacy and Fake News Institute - What It Means for Your Classroom

In November 2024, UNESCO approved Nigeria as the host of its first Category-2 International Media, Information Literacy Institute. Media literacy is the ability to critically evaluate information across platforms, helping people separate fact from fiction. As misinformation spreads, understanding how to verify sources becomes essential for every digital citizen. What
Tinubu Inaugurates First UNESCO Global Media, Information Literacy Institute in Abuja — Photo by Ronald Ogbonnaya on Pexels

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Why Nigeria’s New UNESCO Media Institute Will Flip Teens’ Fake‑News Habits (and Why You Should Teach Media Literacy and Information Literacy Now)

Nigeria’s new UNESCO Media, Information Literacy Institute will give teachers a ready-made toolkit to raise teens’ ability to spot fake news, and it will change how young people evaluate online stories. The institute is already providing curriculum guides, teacher training and community outreach to make media literacy a core
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