dpa offers training in verifying disinformation

Deutsche Presse-Agentur GmbH (dpa) is offering an in-house training program for companies and organizations aimed at enhancing their ability to identify and counter disinformation.

The training covers the fundamental principles of manipulated texts, images, and videos, along with practical techniques for their verification. Julian Bohne, a dpa editor specializing in verification, leads the sessions. He utilizes real-time examples from dpa's editorial work to analyze the actors, strategies, and motives behind false and manipulated content. Participants gain insights into the functioning of narratives and emotional appeals.

The program emphasizes practical skills, including the inspection of social media content, images, and videos. It also incorporates reverse image searching, AI-assisted research, geolocation, and in-depth online search methods. Furthermore, the role of artificial intelligence is discussed, both as an accelerator of disinformation and as a tool for verification.

This training is designed for PR and communication departments within companies, associations, and organizations, as well as communication consultancies. The objective is to equip participants with tangible tools and practical knowledge to identify and manage disinformation in their professional environments.