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Misinformation and Changing Migration Narratives…

Misinformation and Changing Migration Narratives - SDG Media Zone, 79th Session of the UN General Assembly

Categories
Meetings & Events / Side Events / UNGA79 SDG Media Zone
Production Date
Video Length
00:17:07
Asset Language
English
Original
Broadcasting UN Entity
DEPARTMENT OF GLOBAL COMMUNICATIONS - DGC
Subject Topical
INFORMATION
MIGRATION
CULTURE
POLITICAL REPRESENTATION
COMMUNICATION MEDIA
Summary
Migration is central to global public discourse, intersecting political, social, cultural, and economic issues. Often driven by fear and prejudice, migration is frequently misrepresented in mainstream and social media. Post-pandemic, disinformation and misinformation about migration have surged, due to inadequate ethical reporting. This has led to increased persecution of migrants, reflected in rising xenophobia and hate speech.
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Description

Speakers:

  • Amy Pope, Director General, International Organization for Migration (IOM)

  • America Ferrera, IOM Goodwill Ambassador

Moderator:

  • Melissa Fleming, UN Under-Secretary-General for Global Communications

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