Strategies for protecting accurate information (ES0134)

7.2.1. Collaboration with civil society against disinformation campaigns

Brief description

Identify and analyse specific measures and experiences promoted by civil society in the fight against disinformation, with the aim of highlighting them, evaluating them and selecting those that can be integrated into the 5th Open Government Plan as viable initiatives aligned with its strategic objectives.

Objectives
• To collaboratively identify, between civil society and the General State Administration (GSA), specific measures and actions proposed by civil society organisations with the potential to contribute to the fight against disinformation.
• Raise awareness of those initiatives that are most viable, innovative and aligned with the principles of Open Government.
• Select and incorporate into the Fifth Open Government Plan those feasible proposals that can be developed under the responsibility or co-responsibility of civil society, as part of the shared commitment to combating disinformation."

7.2.2. Use of statistical information on youth and children to promote the right to accurate information

Brief description

Publishing statistical data in an accessible and understandable manner on transparency portals helps citizens to access verified and official information. This information could contribute to quickly refuting false or misleading news stories or promoting media and statistical literacy among the population so that citizens can correctly interpret data and distinguish between truthful information and misinformation.

Objectives

• Improve transparency: making official information accessible promotes transparency in government activities, which helps build and maintain public trust.
• Providing verifiable data: offering official statistics and data allows citizens and the media to cross-check and verify information, reducing the spread of fake news.
• Education and awareness: publishing accurate and accessible information helps educate the public on important issues, increasing media literacy and the ability of citizens to identify misinformation.
• Rapid response to disinformation: the availability of official information facilitates a rapid and effective response to rumours and fake news, refuting disinformation before it spreads widely.
• Strengthening democracy: ensuring that citizens have access to accurate and complete information strengthens the democratic process, enabling informed decisions and more robust civic participation."