Monacolife Monaco Conference Addresses Disinformation and Journalists' Safety
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- •Monaco's conference focused on disinformation and journalists' safety.
- •Youth engagement was emphasized as vital for democracy.
- •The event included practical workshops for young participants.
Monaco hosted a two-day conference in Strasbourg focused on disinformation, press freedom, and the role of independent journalism in democracy. The event, titled 'Youth Facing Disinformation: Why Journalists Matter,' gathered young delegates, media professionals, and legal experts from 46 Council of Europe member states. Isabelle Berro-Amadeï, Monaco's Minister of Foreign Affairs, emphasized the importance of empowering youth to critically evaluate digital content. The conference included high-level discussions and practical workshops aimed at developing responses to disinformation. Mattias Guyomar, President of the European Court of Human Rights, highlighted the balance between freedom of expression and protecting fundamental rights in a digital context. The event concluded with youth delegates drafting policy recommendations to support press integrity across Europe.
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