[Covid19] UNESCO: Audio resources to counter disinformation during Covid19
UNESCO and radio stations mobilized to fight against COVID-19
To contribute to countering disinformation on COVID-19 and promoting healthy behaviours, UNESCO has produced a series of audio messages that can be freely used by radio stations from around the world. UNESCO is making these resources available to help stop the harm caused by the so called “info-demic” accompanying the virus. The short audio messages (available in English, French, Spanish and Arabic) give useful information on preventive measures, debunk myths about the virus, and highlight the importance of non-discrimination and solidarity.
Radio spots to inform
Prevention and protection against COVID-19 and countering disinformation are everyone’s concern – and everyone can contribute to sharing reliable information.
The audio messages can be freely downloaded and broadcast by public, private and community radio stations in various parts of the world. Please broadcast and share these audio recordings. If you have questions, please contact : resourcecenter-covid19@unesco.org
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Message 1
Know credible information sources
UNESCO Coronavirus Message for Radio
Disinformation is spreading alongside the new coronavirus.
To counter this, it is important to share information that comes from reliable sources, such as health authorities and the World Health Organization.
During the COVID-19 outbreak, only trust official information sources and credible media outlets. Do not share unverified information. This is a message from UNESCO.
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Message 2
Teach your child MIL
UNESCO Coronavirus Message for Radio
Are you a parent? Now that you are spending more time at home, why not teach your child how to spot false content and rumors? Find a piece of information online that is confirmed as disinformation, and ask your child these questions: Who made this? For whom was this made? Is it from a reliable source?
During the COVID-19 outbreak, only trust official information sources and credible media outlets. Do not share unverified information. This is a message from UNESCO.
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Message 3
Beware of false experts
UNESCO Coronavirus Message for Radio
Has someone you know sent you advice from an unknown expert against coronavirus?
Watch out, the expert may not be an authentic one! One way to manipulate information is through the use of a “false expert”, who can add more credibility to the message.
Always verify who that expert is, what their experience on the topic is, and which organization they represent.
During the COVID-19 outbreak, only trust official information sources and credible media outlets. Do not share unverified information. This is a message from UNESCO.
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Message 4
Gauge your emotional reaction
UNESCO Coronavirus Message for Radio
When you are scrolling through your news feed, and you read a message about the coronavirus, think about how it makes you feel. Does it make you feel angry? sad? or shocked?
Disinformation can be spread through the use of emotion-targeted content. Before sharing or reacting to such content, try to think of where it comes from, who might benefit from it, and who might be hurt from it. Think before clicking. Think before sharing.
During the COVID-19 outbreak, only trust official information sources and credible media outlets. Do not share unverified information. This is a message from UNESCO.
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