This episode features Ben James from AAP FactCheck. Ben is a journalist, editor and author with more than a decade of experience working at news organisations. AAP (or Australian Associated Press) FactCheck focuses on investigating claims of political significance and counteracting misinformation shared on social media. Fake videos, news and misinformation is everywhere. Bad actors are constantly seeking faster communication channels and broader distribution opportunities to twist online narratives using misinformation and disinformation, for their own political purposes. What is the link between the spread of fake news and radicalisation, or violent extremism? Misinformation is pervasive and can be difficult to spot. But building the skills to recognise reliable information doesn't have to be complicated. Ben helps us identify and respond to hateful conspiracy theories and fake news.

You can find our support services here or contact Step Together for further information

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AAP factcheck resources
Google fact check tools
Google reverse image tool
Tools That Fight Disinformation Online
Why is there so much misinformation and disinformation? - BTN High
Unicef parent and teacher resources - fake news & misinformation
Teach your child to spot fake news
The Misinformation Virus -Why fake science spreads faster online than the truth 
Museum of Australian Democracy - Misinformation Resources
emart media literacy lab
Unesco - Media and Information Literacy Curriculum
Tackling disinformation - a learning guide
facebook.com/aapnewswire 
Instagram - @australianassociatedpress

This episode features Ben James from AAP FactCheck. Ben is a journalist, editor and author with more than a decade of experience working at news organisations. AAP (or Australian Associated Press) FactCheck focuses on investigating claims of political significance and counteracting misinformation shared on social media. Fake videos, news and misinformation is everywhere. Bad actors are constantly seeking faster communication channels and broader distribution opportunities to twist online narratives using misinformation and disinformation, for their own political purposes. What is the link between the spread of fake news and radicalisation, or violent extremism? Misinformation is pervasive and can be difficult to spot. But building the skills to recognise reliable information doesn't have to be complicated. Ben helps us identify and respond to hateful conspiracy theories and fake news.
You can find our <a href="https://steptogether.nsw.gov.au/contact-us/support-services.html">support services here</a> or <a href="s://steptogether.nsw.gov.au/contact-us.html">contact Step Together</a> for further information
FURTHER LINKS RELATING TO THIS EPISODE
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<li><a href="https://www.aap.com.au/factcheck-resources/">AAP factcheck resources</a></li>
<li><a href="https://toolbox.google.com/factcheck/about">Google fact check tools</a></li>
<li><a href="https://sites.google.com/view/reverse-images/home">Google reverse image tool</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.rand.org/research/projects/truth-decay/fighting-disinformation/search.html">Tools That Fight Disinformation Online</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=grnMnNNq8M8">Why is there so much misinformation and disinformation? - BTN High</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.unicef.org.au/parent-teacher-resources/online-safety/fake-news-misinformation">Unicef parent and teacher resources - fake news &amp; misinformation</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.natgeokids.com/au/parents/how-to-spot-fake-news/">Teach your child to spot fake news</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p080fz4c">The Misinformation Virus -Why fake science spreads faster online than the truth </a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.moadoph.gov.au/learn/activities-and-resources/media-literacy">Museum of Australian Democracy - Misinformation Resources</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.alannahandmadeline.org.au/what-we-do/prevention-programs/esmart/media-literacy-lab">emart media literacy lab</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.unesco.org/mil4teachers/en/curriculum">Unesco - Media and Information Literacy Curriculum</a></li>
<li><a href="https://akademie.dw.com/en/tackling-disinformation-a-learning-guide/s-67264807">Tackling disinformation - a learning guide</a>  </li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/aapnewswire">facebook.com/aapnewswire </a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/australianassociatedpress">Instagram - @australianassociatedpress</a> </li>
</ul>

This podcast series focussed on violent extremism has been developed as a means of providing listeners with some thought-provoking topics within this context, personal insights and journeys, as well as helpful information that could assist someone who is vulnerable to being involved in violent extremism. Hosted by the NSW CVE Engagement and Support Unit, the series aims to support and educate local community, stakeholders and practitioners and raise awareness of the complex factors and vulnerabilities that contribute to these ideologies. We promote public education, awareness and community resilience and help combat stigma, stereotyping, messaging and mis and disinformation. 

Learn more – www.steptogether.nsw.gov.au

This podcast series focussed on violent extremism has been developed as a means of providing listeners with some thought-provoking topics within this context, personal insights and journeys, as well as helpful information that could assist someone who is vulnerable to being involved in violent extremism. Hosted by the NSW CVE Engagement and Support Unit, the series aims to support and educate local community, stakeholders and practitioners and raise awareness of the complex factors and vulnerabilities that contribute to these ideologies. We promote public education, awareness and community resilience and help combat stigma, stereotyping, messaging and mis and disinformation. 
Learn more &ndash; <a href="http://www.steptogether.nsw.gov.au/">www.steptogether.nsw.gov.au</a>

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This podcast series focussed on violent extremism has been developed as a means of providing listeners with some thought-provoking topics within this context, personal insights and journeys, as well as helpful information that could assist someone who is vulnerable to being involved in violent extremism. Hosted by the NSW CVE Engagement and Support Unit, the series aims to support and educate local community, stakeholders and practitioners and raise awareness of the complex factors and vulnerabilities that contribute to these ideologies. We promote public education, awareness and community resilience and help combat stigma, stereotyping, messaging and mis and disinformation. 

Learn more – www.steptogether.nsw.gov.au.

This podcast series focussed on violent extremism has been developed as a means of providing listeners with some thought-provoking topics within this context, personal insights and journeys, as well as helpful information that could assist someone who is vulnerable to being involved in violent extremism. Hosted by the NSW CVE Engagement and Support Unit, the series aims to support and educate local community, stakeholders and practitioners and raise awareness of the complex factors and vulnerabilities that contribute to these ideologies. We promote public education, awareness and community resilience and help combat stigma, stereotyping, messaging and mis and disinformation. 
Learn more &ndash; <a href="http://www.steptogether.nsw.gov.au/">www.steptogether.nsw.gov.au</a>.

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