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From HPV to Covid-19: Personal stories power anti-vaccine misinformation

Groups that have historically criticized HPV vaccines are shifting their attention

Inside the origins of a conspiracy theory about Myanmar and China

How Chinese-language characters contributed to conspiracy theories about the coup in Myanmar.

Combating misinformation in under-resourced languages: lessons from around the world

The languages we speak greatly determine our access to reliable information and fact checks that debunk half-truths or false claims. A recent webinar by First Draft and Global Voices investigates how linguistic minorities can overcome this information inequality.

The 2020 rabbit hole: Why conspiracy theories draw people in

Baseless beliefs have become more popular globally, promising orderly answers to those experiencing confusion, isolation and grief in an upside-down world

The importance of local context in taking on misinformation: Lessons from AfricaCheck

Understanding the culture, conditions, and history of a community or place is vital to reporting on — and challenging — misinformation. A recent First Draft webinar tapped into the experiences of AfricaCheck to understand the role local context plays in misinformation.

Lessons on covering coronavirus misinformation from the fallout of 'Plandemic'

Experts weigh in on the viral conspiracy theory video illustrating how disinformation spreads in the ‘infodemic’

Coronavirus: Resources for reporters

A list of resources for journalists, including checklists, guides, links and the best reads from around the web

Coronavirus: Tools and guides for journalists

A selection of resources and tools from First Draft and others to help journalists reporting on misinformation.

Coronavirus: Responsible reporting and ethics

A collection of articles and reports on ethics and responsible reporting of the coronavirus.

Why the Dengvaxia controversy was so effective at spreading vaccine hesitancy in the Philippines

A new study analyses the role of social media in spreading vaccine misinformation and panic in the wake of a politicised controversy.