In response to the growing need to stop the dissemination of false information, the Far Eastern University, through its Public Policy Center (PPC), conducted a forum titled “Spotted:#FakeNews” to provide FEU students with knowledge on responsible digital behavior, including identifying bogus information.
“The spread of fake news has become easier through the internet and social media, where today’s generation get their information from. As an educational institution, it is our responsibility to help our students evaluate and verify the kind of information they receive through these platforms,” said FEU president Dr. Michael Alba.
The forum's panel of speakers included Maria Ressa, the CEO of Rappler online news website and Raymund Liboro, chairman of the National Privacy Commission.
In line with the campaign to raise awareness on fabricated stories, the FEU Student Development has partnered with the PPC to create a Truth Alliance to ensure the integrity of online information.
“With the prevalence of malicious information and dubious media outlets, FEU students are seeking to educate themselves and their peers on how to spot fake news and accounts. The creation of the Truth Alliance is the students’ initiative to promote vigilance and responsibility among consumers of information,” said FEU AVP for Academic Affairs Joeven Castro.