We’re thrilled to share Università degli Studi di Milano's SMIDGE Horizon Scanning Report (2016-2023), exploring how political, social and technological forces converge to fuel #misinformation. A must-read for those concerned about #democracy and digital age challenges: buff.ly/3Z3InEv

🧠 Disinformation online is more than just falsehoods—it's driven by deep emotional and moral foundations. Our Social Network Analysis report, prepared by FASresearch, reveals how these drivers make #disinformation so potent and persistent. Full report: buff.ly/3Mv8GMk

🔎 What will the new European Commission do on #migration, and what could it mean for undocumented people? Platform for Undocumented Migrants (PICUM) highlights the need for policies that promote safety and dignity. Read more: buff.ly/4gJcbwy

🌍 This #WorldMentalHealthDay, we highlight the mental health struggles of undocumented individuals due to unstable residency, often resulting in poverty and isolation. Check out Platform for Undocumented Migrants (PICUM)’s latest research on resilience and mental health struggles: buff.ly/3Y0PLhV

🗓️Mark your calendars for the next #SmidgeWebinar by KCSS/QKSS: “Extremist Narratives in Play: Gaming and Digital Spaces as Radicalization Arenas.” Discover how gaming and digital platforms have become breeding grounds for extremist content To register : buff.ly/4hw7sz1

New Report from Mixed Migration Centre: This report compares the housing experiences of people with a migratory background in Turin, Thessaloniki, and Malta, three EU entry points for migrants from Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. 👉 Read the full report: buff.ly/4gxO8Qn

✨ Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from Inclusive Europe! As we reflect on a year of fostering inclusion and integration, we look forward to continuing our work in 2025—striving for a more united and thriving Europe for all.

What shaped migration in Europe in 2024? From record arrivals in the Canary Islands to the EU’s asylum reform, and from Germany’s citizenship rules to Italy’s stalled Albania deal, the year saw major developments. InfoMigrants recaps 2024 key events: buff.ly/41TqUAh

📢 Migrants at EU borders face severe rights violations. A report from EU Fundamental Rights ➡️ #HumanRights uncovers widespread abuse of migrants at EU borders between 2020 and 2023, with few inquiries into these violations. Read more: buff.ly/3YINTwt

📌 Upcoming #SmidgeWebinar on #Disinformation, #Radicalization & Violent Extremism on Jan 28! Discussion Points: Disinformation's role in radicalization Media literacy for middle-aged audiences Community strategies vs. extremist messaging To register: buff.ly/40syjFm

🎙️ How does social media spread false narratives about migrants and refugees? In this Borders & Belonging podcast episode, experts discuss online disinformation's effect on public opinion and immigration policies: buff.ly/3PHKZSA

For Inclusion For empowerment For a better future Access to education is a fundamental right for all. #EducationDay

This week, we joined the International Women’s Day discussion at the European Parliament on women’s role in conflict resolution. MEP Lina Gálvez Muñoz & speakers from the European Movement, UN Women in Brussels, Promote Ukraine & ActionAid shared key insights on challenges for women’s leadership.

🎙️ New SmidgeCast episode! Who should be responsible for fact-checking in the digital age? Where’s the line between regulation & free speech? And how do we tackle AI-generated #disinformation? We discuss it all with Prof. Giovanni Ziccardi from the University of Milan. Listen