IUA Future of Ireland Webinar: Fake News & Disinformation - What can Universities do?

Fake news presents a global threat to freedom and democracy. What can universities do and in what way can research develop new solutions to combat disinformation? In this webinar we will look at the contribution Irish universities and the media are making to tackle the rising threat of disinformation. Joined by keynote speaker Jon Williams, who has extensive senior editorial experience with RTE News, ABC and the BBC and panellists Dr Kirsty Park, DCU, Prof. Declan Devane, University of Galway, Funmi Jinadu UL Journalism PhD Candidate and Billy Kelleher MEP, MC Shane Coleman will lead a discussion on the impact of disinformation, the measures already being taken, and the critical role of research to the future credibility of news and public information.