Training course “European Parliamentary Simulation #2: The Hunt for Fake News”

Project place: Budapest, Hungary

Project dates: 05.11.2024- 08.11.2024

Deadline for applying: 20.09.2024

OBJECTIVE:

Empower young participants from North Macedonia with the tools to identify and combat fake news within the context of European politics.

Foster Understanding of European Parliamentary Processes: Provide participants with a realistic understanding of how the European Parliament functions, particularly in the context of debating and shaping European policies. Simulate the roles and responsibilities of Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) and accredited journalists to offer a comprehensive learning experience.

FORMAT:

A two-day (6th, 7th of November working days) simulation where participants will alternate roles between Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) and accredited journalists. The goal is to challenge the spread of misinformation and enhance participants’ fact-checking abilities.

OUTCOME:

Participants will leave with a deeper understanding of how fake news impacts political discourse and the skills to organize similar events in the future.

PARTICIPANTS’ PROFILE

At least 18 years old
Able to communicate and work in English
Motivated to explore the topic and share your experience/expertise
Journalists non specialised in the EU questions
Journalist students
Associative medias

ACCOMMODATION and FINANCES:

All costs related to accommodation and food will be covered by the hosting organization.

Travel costs will be reimbursed up to 275 EUR.

Sending fee: 750 MKD!

This training course is organize by Check’Europe.

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