Elections Free of Disinformation
Ideathon
Digital Communication Network Global (DCN) is excited to announce the "Elections Free of Disinformation"ideathon, scheduled to take place in Thessaloniki, Greece, on July 9-10, 2024. This event aims to pioneer innovative strategies to combat disinformation in future elections.
The ideathon is a part of DCN Global's ongoing commitment to fostering a transparent and informed electoral process. Since the beginning of 2024, DCN has initiated several projects aimed at equipping individuals with the necessary tools and knowledge to navigate the complex digital landscape during this important election year.
Elections Project
Throughout the year, DCN Global has been hosting a series of online discussions, bringing together experts in digital communications, political analysis, and cybersecurity. These discussions have provided insights into effective strategies for combating disinformation worldwide. Additionally, DCN has been publishing a dedicated monthly newsletter on Substack, highlighting pertinent election disinformation trends and insights. Moreover, the Election DCN Global Telegram Channel has served as a platform for exchanging information and staying informed about developments in electoral integrity efforts.
Thessaloniki Ideathon
The Thessaloniki ideathon presents an opportunity to build upon these ongoing initiatives. Participants will brainstorm and collaborate to develop effective digital campaigns aimed at combating disinformation in future elections. Analysts will join both in person and virtually from countries where recent elections have taken place, including the June 2024 elections for the European Parliament, discussing innovative solutions and actionable strategies to safeguard the integrity of the information space in electoral contexts worldwide.
The forum is organized by World Learning and Digital Communication Network Global with funding from the State Department’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.
SCHEDULE
JULY 8
July 9, 2024
Opening Remarks
Nikos Panagiotou, President, DCN Global, Greece
DCN Elections Project: Global Trends on Disinformation
- Diana Filimon, DCN Global team member, Romania
- Sorana Horsia, Editor-in-chief, Genzette, Romania
Information Integrity in the Context of Elections Globally
Moderator: Nikos Panagiotou, President, DCN Global, Greece
- Emma Lacey-Bordeaux, Senior Director Standards and Practices, CNN
- Bilal Mofolorunsho Tairou, Chief Coordinator, AFCA, Code for Africa, Senegal
- Ritu Kapur, Co-founder and managing director of Quint Digital Media Limited, India
- Natalia Tkacova, Project Manager (Czech Republic and Baltic States), Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom, Czech Republic
Coffee Break
European Parliament Elections: Lessons Learned Regarding Combating Disinformation
Moderator: Diana Filimon, DCN Global team member, Romania
Speakers
- Peter Erdelyi, Editor, Media Executive, Hungary
- Roza Ismailai, Strategic Communication Specialist, European Cultural Foundation, Author, PartyParty, Amsterdam
- Ionuț Sibian, Executive Director FDSC Member & VP External Relations Section | EESC, Romania
Lunch Break
Digital Campaigns for Impact: Successful Case Studies
Adam Harrell, Founder, Nebo, U.S.
Coffee Break
Digital Campaigns for Impact: Strategies
Adam Harrell, Founder, Nebo, U.S.
July 10, 2024
Challenges Brainstorming
Challenge accepted
Based on the challenges, the participants will form 4 groups of 10 people and they will discuss one challenge they want to solve through their campaign
Coffee break
Solutions Brainstorming
Participants will brainstorm and collaborate to develop effective digital campaigns aimed at combating disinformation in future elections.
Lunch Break
Preparation of the presentations
Coffee Break
Presentations of the Campaigns
Speakers
