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• Engaging local media as partners during COVID-19June 24, 2020
  In an information climate as complex as that surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, local information plays a vital role in determining how communities respond to public health orders and guidance. Alongside the current restrictions we are all subject to, the need for information – especially among vulnerable and marginalized groups – is greater than ever before.Continue reading “Social Media Rumour Bulletin #6”
• Social Media Rumour Bulletin #6June 24, 2020
  Internews is working with Translators without Borders, Standby Task Force, BBC Media Action and Vishvas News to collect and analyse rumours and misinformation related to the SARS-CoV-2 virus and COVID-19 disease.  Since March 2020, we have collected more than 4,700 rumours found on social media platforms in nine languages.   This final edition of the bulletin bringsContinue reading “Social Media Rumour Bulletin #6”
• Guidance: Reporting on and with vulnerable populations: LGBTQ+ PeopleJune 24, 2020
  Download PDF versions: We know that COVID-19 does not discriminate. However, existing vulnerabilities may put some people at an increased risk of catching the virus, serious illness or  suffering the impact of the social and economic implications of the pandemic. As journalists, it’s important to ensure our reporting is truly reflective of the communities inContinue reading “Guidance: Reporting on and with vulnerable populations: LGBTQ+ People”