Română
This initiative, funded by the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation, aims to extend the methodologies and approaches developed to a regional level, integrating experts from Moldova and Ukraine into comparative monitoring briefs focusing on the most sensitive regional narratives: erosion of support for Ukraine, anti-NATO/US content, and anti-EU content.
Objectives
1. Enhanced Regional Monitoring: Incorporate experts from Moldova and Ukraine to create comprehensive monitoring reports addressing disinformation narratives.
2. Information Campaigns: Develop campaigns targeted at the general public and specialized reports for Romanian and Moldovan politicians.
3. Continued Collaboration: Maintain and expand partnerships with the Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Moldovan Representation to the EU, and Romanian Representation to the EU.
4. Organized Events: Host a joint event in Brussels to discuss regional challenges, based on EFOR research and in collaboration with partners.
5. Expert Exchange: Foster collaboration and experience exchange between Romanian, Moldovan, and Ukrainian leaders and activists.
6. Workshops and Conferences: Organize national conferences and workshops for journalists, political leaders, and activists to enhance their understanding of political communication and pre-bunking techniques.
Key Activities
– Disinformation Monitoring: Focus on internal disinformation within Romania, regional disinformation narratives, and leveraging the expertise of WatchDog Moldova.
– Political Engagement: Briefings and events for Romanian and Moldovan politicians, regular updates, and targeted information campaigns.
– Public Awareness: Online campaigns to expose manipulation techniques and key findings, leveraging social influencers and partnerships with initiatives like Politica la Minut.
– Youth Engagement: Tailored anti-disinformation trainings for vulnerable communities and adapting communication strategies to resonate with Generation Z.
Target Audience
1. Civil Society Organizations: Engaging NGOs in Romania, Brussels, and Moldova through surveys, event invitations, online broadcasts, press releases, and policy briefs.
2. Policy Makers: Briefings and events for Romanian and Moldovan politicians, enhancing their understanding and response to disinformation.
3. General Public: Video campaigns, infographics, and media content to raise awareness and combat disinformation.
4. Youth: Media literacy training, historical debunking, and engaging youth through popular online movements and influencers.
Activities
Report – ONLINE NARRATIVES JANUARY – NOVEMBER 2023
Report – Bucharest Disinformation Campaign – Part 1
Report – Bucharest Disinformation Campaign – Part 2
Conference – Kremlin’s Wars in the Gray Zone and Beyond
Conversation with Dr. Anton Shekhovtsov, Ukrainian disinformation expert at the Romanian Diplomatic Institute
EFOR workshop on disinformation with the staff of the Ministry of Interior