Ratna Aini Haidi, a Research Associate at Safer Internet Lab, participated in the UNESCO Digital Platform Governance conference held from June 17-19, 2024, in Dubrovnik, Croatia. This event gathered global stakeholders dedicated to protecting digital freedom of expression and combating disinformation and hate speech.

A key highlight was the launch of the “Global Forum of Networks of Regulators,” which aims to bring together regulatory authorities to create a collaborative space for discussions and sharing best practices in digital platform regulation. The conference also coincided with the International Day for Countering Hate Speech (June 18th), underscoring the global effort against online hate speech.

Our representative joined experts to discuss the importance of media and information literacy (MIL) and the need for a balanced regulatory framework to tackle emerging technological challenges. These discussions emphasized the critical role of multistakeholder collaboration in crafting effective and sustainable solutions.