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Face to face On the trail of rumours

Ever seen the pink vests in Taiwan’s parks, mountain trails or markets? They belong to Fake News Cleaner, a grassroots movement on a mission to teach citizens how to spot misinformation and scams.

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Ever seen the pink vests in Taiwan’s parks, mountain trails or markets ⁉️

Our new 8-part series explores how East Asia is tackling disinformation and hate speech. The vests belong to the Externer Link: Fake News Cleaner, a grassroots movement run by 160 volunteers. They’re on a mission to teach citizens how to spot misinformation and scams.

🎥Watch Episode 2 to find out how they help seniors stay safe from scammers! Not sure about the technical terms used in this video? Have a look at the glossary!

Glossary

Grassroot movement

A social or political movement that originates from the ordinary people at a local level rather than from leadership or elite groups.

Misleading

Providing incorrect or deceptive information that may cause someone to form an inaccurate understanding or belief.

Scams

Fraudulent schemes designed to deceive individuals and obtain money or personal information.

Information literacy

The ability to recognize when information is needed and to locate, evaluate, and use that information effectively.

Verify

To confirm the accuracy or truth of something through investigation or evidence.

Misinformation

False or misleading information spread without intent to deceive.

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  • Story: Hui-An Ho

  • Illustration: Yukari Mishima

  • Script: Awe Studio

  • Animation: Awe Studio x Jorge Ramos

  • Music: Youjin Jeon

  • Production: Awe Studio

  • Post-production: Awe Studio x Jorge Ramos

  • Editorship & Translation: bpb & Goethe-Institut

  • Scientific Advice: John W. Cheng, Tsuda University / Jeanette Hofmann, Berlin Social Science Center

  • Produktion: 11.2024

  • hrsg. von: bpb & Goethe-Institut

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Stories about media literacy in East Asia

On the trail of rumours

How often do you question rumours you encounter online? Discover our eight-part video series, highlighting East Asia's approach to disinformation and hate speech.