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posted on 2024-10-20, 00:28authored byIka Trijsburg, Helen Sullivan, Elise Park, Matteo Bonotti, Paul Costello, Zim NwokoraZim Nwokora
In extraordinary times of rapid information production and sharing, distrust and disruption, disinformation is having an increasing impact on cities. And cities are, therefore, on the front line of disinformation response strategies.
Local authorities are the closest level of government to the people, and they are tasked with leading communities through ever more complex societal and global challenges that affect residents locally.
This playbook has been developed with cities and sector experts to guide disinformation response in the unique city context.
Background
Disinformation is impacting societies throughout the world, and cities occupy the frontline in the effort to counter the adverse and harmful effects of disinformation. This Playbook represents a large-scale effort to understand the characteristics of the disinformation challenge facing cities around the world, and it draws on their experiences to propose practical response strategies.
Contribution
This playbook has been developed at the request of cities. It aims to inform local responses to disinformation and, in doing so, enhance the wellbeing of communities and democracy. The playbook is based on several principles which underpin its content and provide the context for effective disinformation response in cities. The playbook development process involved 40 representatives from cities, media and tech sectors, civil society and academia.
Significance
This Playbook presents a comprehensive examination of disinformation in cities. Drawing together analyses of the individual, organisational and societal consequences of disinformation, the project is the first of its kind. Is findings have been the subject of considerably media attention and the report has already been consulted by city governments as they seek to develop strategies to counter disinformation.