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Highlighting Five Journalists From ICFJ’s Global Network

At ICFJ’s Tribute to Journalists 2023 on Nov. 2, ICFJ President Sharon Moshavi spotlighted five journalists from the ICFJ network who were watching the event online. “Thank you all for the important work that you do. You are the reason we are here,” Moshavi said.

What to Know About Generative AI and Its Effects on Disinformation

Since ChatGPT was released to the public in November 2022, generative artificial intelligence (AI) has dominated the public’s attention. The rapidly evolving technology is already impacting industries such as education, travel and government. The media won’t be spared. 

Here’s What ICFJ Is Doing in the Fight Against Online Violence

Online violence against female journalists is a horrific and deliberate effort to silence the voices of women. ICFJ is a leading global organization researching this crisis – and developing solutions to prevent it. 

Five ICFJ Network Members Who Demonstrate the Power of Journalism

With so much news from around the world generating despair, we want to share a few things that bring us hope. At ICFJ, we’re grateful for the 160,000-plus journalists in our network who are fighting for a brighter future by providing vital information to their communities.

Advice for Covering Elections in the Age of Social Media

Globally in 2024, half of the world’s population – over 4 billion people – will be voting in elections. For journalists covering them, knowing how best to utilize social media is key, both to inform audiences and to combat mis- and disinformation.

How to Investigate Messaging Apps and Social Media for Electoral Disinformation

Forty countries, from the U.S. and India, to Russia, Taiwan and more, will hold national elections in 2024. 

Tips for Addressing Electoral Disinformation

Electoral disinformation has emerged as a significant threat to democratic processes in countries around the world. According to a recent global study by UNESCO, 85% of people worry about online disinformation, especially its impact on elections.

Latin American Newsroom Leaders to Bolster Fact-Checking, Disinformation Reporting as ICFJ Fellows

Fact checkers from Mexico and Ecuador and a media founder from El Salvador are ICFJ’s newest Douglas Tweedale Memorial fellows. 

New Tool Tracks Disinformation Laws Globally

Amid the rise in disinformation today, journalists should look into legal measures adopted by countries around the world to combat it.

Advice for Covering the Israel-Hamas War

It has been over a month since Hamas attacked Israel, killing more than 1,200 people and taking hostage over 200 more, according to offical Israeli estimates. Israel subsequently declared war on Hamas, launching a bombing campaign and ground invasion of northern Gaza that has killed more than 11,000 people, according to the Gaza health ministry, which is run by Hamas.