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BBC Media Action, Media Council of PNG Equip Buka Journalists with Social Media & Fact-Checking Skills
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BBC Media Action, Media Council of PNG Equip Buka Journalists with Social Media & Fact-Checking Skills

From Post-Courier · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A five-day workshop is training journalists in Bougainville on social media best practices and fact-checking.
  • The initiative is a collaboration between BBC Media Action and the Media Council of Papua New Guinea (MCPNG).
  • The training aims to combat the rising challenges of disinformation and misinformation in the region.

Journalists and public interest media personnel in Bougainville are currently participating in a five-day training workshop focused on enhancing their social media and fact-checking skills. The event is taking place at the Kuri Village Resort in Buka.

This initiative is a joint effort by BBC Media Action and the Media Council of Papua New Guinea (MCPNG). Its primary goal is to equip local media professionals with the necessary tools and knowledge to navigate the complexities of the digital age and effectively counter the spread of false information.

The workshop directly addresses the growing concerns surrounding disinformation and misinformation that are prevalent across Papua New Guinea and specifically within the Bougainville region. By strengthening these critical skills, the program seeks to foster a more informed public discourse and uphold journalistic integrity.

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Originally published by Post-Courier in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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