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EWU celebrates global media and information literacy week

Published : Tuesday, 5 November, 2024 at 11:08 PM  Count : 1314

East West University (EWU) joined the global community in celebrating 'Global Media and Information Literacy Week' from October 31 to November 04 of 2023. 

The event, organized jointly by the Department of Information Studies of EWU and the UNESCO Dhaka Office, aimed to promote media and information literacy among students and the broader community.
A series of activities were held throughout the week, including awareness campaigns, rallies, seminars, and online discussions. These initiatives focused on equipping participants with the skills to critically evaluate information, identify misinformation and disinformation, and become informed and responsible digital citizens.

Distinguished guests, including Professor Dr. Mohammed Farashuddin,Chief Adviser, EWU, Dr. Khalilur Rahman, Member, Board of Trustees, EWU, Professor Dr. Shams Rahman,Vice-Chancellor, Professor Dr. M. Ashiq Mosaddiq,Pro Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Susan Vize, UNESCO Country Representative in Bangladesh,Professor Dr. Md. Roknuzzaman,Chairman, Department of Information Science and Library Management,  University of Dhaka, Professor Dr. Dilara Begum,Chairperson, Department of Information Studies, EWU, andNoore Jannat Proma, Head of Communication and Information Department, UNESCO Dhaka Office graced the occasions in various segment. 

In their addresses, the esteemed guests underscored the importance of media literacy in today's digital age. They emphasized the need to navigate the vast sea of information, discern credible sources, and avoid falling prey to misinformation and disinformation. 



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