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Forum: Gatekeepers of dis/information and the role of institutions in protecting democracy

Social media platforms play an essential role for public administrations to build communications and narratives in the digital world.
In 2024, the EU has prepared its general elections amidst geopolitical tensions where social media platforms were the playground for communication strategies to both foster disinformation and fight against it.

Panellists
Jacob Lolck,  Press officer in the Spokesperson’s Unit at the European Parliament.

Pascal Schonard, Director of Authority for European political parties and European political foundations.

Telmo Baltazar, Principal Adviser on Political and Corporate Communication at the European Commission.

Eliška Pírková, Senior Policy Analyst and the Global freedom of expression lead at Access Now.

Moderator: 

Francesco Albinati, Deputy Head of Information and Communication Unit