Lecture Series
Organizers:
Date:
October 16, 23, 28, 2025
Time:
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Fee:
Free Entrance
Location:
TBA, University of Aruba
Lecture Series: Information Under Pressure / Informacion Bou Presion
Focus Question:
How do disinformation, deep-fakes, and fake news impact our society, and how can Aruba build resilience against them?
This lecture series aims to increase media literacy and strengthen the public’s ability to counter disinformation in Aruba. Through lectures, panel discussions, and practical examples, participants will gain insight into the mechanisms behind misinformation and learn how to recognize and combat it.
Program
Real-life examples by journalists with disinformation in their daily work and a discussion on the impact of journalism in Aruba.
Date: October 16
Moderator: Melissa Stamper (RAPP)
Location: Maria Convent Chapel, University of Aruba
Time: 7:00PM – 9:00PM
Stichting Deugdelijk Bestuur on disinformation and democratic resilience.
Date: October 23
Location: Maria Convent Chapel, University of Aruba
Time: 7:00PM – 9:00PM
AI, deep-fakes and fake news – delivered by an expert from VDA.
Date: October 28
Location: Aula LSB, University of Aruba
Time: 7:00PM – 9:00PM
The program will be recorded and broadcast in partnership with Telearuba and Hits100.
Objectives of the Event
- Increase understanding of disinformation, deep-fakes, and AI manipulation
- Strengthen media literacy among the general public
- Encourage critical thinking and fact-checking skills
- Provide a platform for dialogue between journalists, experts, and citizens.
Event Location
The main campus of the University of Aruba is centrally located in downtown Oranjestad and houses a number of Centers and Offices that promote academic growth, education, and research.
Our events are usually held at the main campus of the University of Aruba or online.
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