In a world increasingly divided by polarizing narratives and disinformation, fostering constructive dialogue and mutual understanding is more important than ever. This lecture will introduce the MOST Project, an innovative initiative that tackles polarization and misinformation surrounding complex issues like the Russian invasion in Ukraine.
The lecture will delve into the project’s methodology, which includes identifying propaganda talking points, crafting counterarguments, promoting open discourse, and ensuring factual accuracy. It will also discuss the role of volunteers, psychology experts, and journalists in this process, as well as the project’s use of technology, such as chatbots and AI, to facilitate conversations.
Additionally, the presentation will explore the importance of empathy and understanding in engaging with opposing viewpoints, as well as the challenges and opportunities the MOST Project faces in adapting to evolving narratives and propaganda tactics.
Tuesday, 06-27-2023, 04:15 p.m. – 05:45 p.m., hybrid event
This event is joinly organized by the Leibniz Institute for East and Southeast European Studies, the Graduate School for East and Southeast European Studies, the Leibniz ScienceCampus “Europe and America in the Modern World”, the XZ Foundation, and The Moscow Times Lecture Series.