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Middle East/North Africa

DW Akademie in Libya

In Libya, DW Akademie supports fact-based information, fact-checking, Media and Information Literacy and the safety of journalists

DW Akademie Libyen | Projekt Digital Innovations for Peace Get Together 2022

Since the fall of Muammar Gaddafi in 2011, Libya has faced political divisions and instability, thus complicating its transition to democracy. In addition, armed groups have formed local power centers, influencing political developments. In 2024, Reporters Without Borders ranked Libya at 143 out of 180 countries in its World Press Freedom Index.

Libyan media are often aligned with various conflict parties which compromise editorial independence. State broadcasters serve as propaganda tools, and private broadcasters, which are usually funded from abroad, have clear political agendas. Social media, including Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, are the primary information sources for the Libyan population and are heavily used by factions involved in the conflict. 

Our activities

DW Akademie has been active in Libya since 2011, promoting traditional and non-traditional media and journalists. The focus has been on training journalists and fact-checkers, introducing Media and Information Literacy and promoting access to independent information – especially for women and disadvantaged groups.

 

Since 2021, the focus has shifted to combating digital disinformation and advancing citizens' media literacy. Given that disinformation and hate speech extend beyond national boarders, our activities have further expanded to the MENA region, supporting more than 3,000 journalists and media professionals in promoting peace through digital reporting. To support the safety of journalists, all our projects include training in mental health and digital security issues.


Funding: European Union, German Federal Foreign Office (AA)

Program Director: Susanne Stephan-Pohlscheidt

Locations: Tunisia, Libya, Palestinian territories, Jordan, Lebanon, Algeria

Partners: Leaders International & Leaders Organisation, Elbiro Media Foundation

Focus: Access to information, peace through digital reporting, safety of journalists, combating digital disinformation, fact-based journalism, fact-checking, Media and Information Literacy

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The conflict in Libyais a model example of how fake news can fuel violence. DW Akademie has been supporting the Libyan fight against disinformation.

Libya: How media can create stability in crisis regions

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Libya: Building trust in democracy

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Fields of action

MIL

Media Safety

Tackling disinformation: A learning guide

Fact-checking