We are faced with many challenges that require organisations to be resilient, characterized by an overwhelming amount of information on various digital platforms, fact-checking organisations have emerged as vital entities in ensuring the accuracy, credibility, and reliability of the information. These organisations help to verify the authenticity of news and information, preventing the spread of false data and disinformation. Fact-checking organisations employ various techniques, including investigative journalism, data analysis, and expert opinions, to scrutinize claims and verify facts. Through their efforts, they help to foster trust between the public and the media while upholding the values of truth and transparency. These organisations play a pivotal role in scrutinizing and debunking false claims, thereby contributing to the preservation of reliable information. While they have demonstrated remarkable resilience in the face of numerous challenges, the digital landscape presents a dynamic and evolving battlefield for fact-checkers. This blog explores the challenges faced by fact-checking organisations and the strategies they employ to maintain their resilience in the relentless fight against disinformation.

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Have you ever found yourself trying to shape your communication strategy when the cause you’re pleading is surrounded by strong narratives dominating the public sphere with stories full of disinformation, propaganda, or even hatred?

It’s like playing chess with a demanding opponent: you have to pick the right strategy in order to win.

Read on to find out which strategies prove the most effective...