International Fact-Checking Network Conference 'GlobalFact' to be held in Vilnius

Vilnius is set to host the "GlobalFact" conference on June 18, 2026, a prestigious event organized by the International Fact-Checking Network (IFCN) in collaboration with Delfi. The conference will bring together fact-checkers from across the globe for a day of intensive learning and discussion.

Attendees will participate in expert presentations, panel discussions, and practical workshops designed to equip them with the latest tools and knowledge in the field of fact-checking. A central theme will be the ongoing battle against disinformation, with sessions dedicated to understanding and countering propaganda. Nina Jankowicz, a renowned disinformation expert and author, will deliver the keynote address on what democracies need to win the war for truth.

Discussions will delve into critical contemporary issues, including strategies for investigating Russia and its disinformation campaigns. Journalists and editors from Ukraine, Estonia, Moldova, Poland, and Finland will share insights on how to tackle these complex challenges. The conference will also address the growing threat of AI-generated content and its implications for fact-checking.

Another significant panel will focus on "Media as a Target," featuring investigative journalists from Slovenia, Lithuania, Hungary, Slovakia, and Georgia. They will discuss the pressures and attacks faced by the media in the current landscape. Practical workshops will offer hands-on training in investigating digital disinformation infrastructure and navigating the complexities of verifying AI-created content, with experts from Germany, the US, and France leading these sessions.

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What democracies need to win the war for truth