In a significant move highlighting the pivotal role of media and information culture in fostering global understanding and peace, the
General Secretariat of the League of Arab States is hosting the inaugural session of a high-level conference titled "Media and Information Culture for World Peace." Organised by the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport in collaboration with the UNESCO Alliance for Culture, Media, and Informatics, along with the Autonoma University of Barcelona, the conference is held from 22 to 24 April.
The session convenes international experts and representatives from media and cultural institutions to explore the transformative potential of media and information as catalysts for unity, dialogue, and cross-cultural appreciation.
The conference aims to highlight the pivotal role of media culture in shaping public consciousness and steering public sentiment towards the promotion of peace and harmonious coexistence. Additionally, it aims to underscore the significance of technology and information in advancing these objectives.
Moreover, the conference delves into the vital function that media and information culture can fulfil in cultivating public consciousness and guiding public sentiment to endorse endeavours for peace and cohabitation. It also explores strategies for leveraging media as a unifying force to foster dialogue and cultural appreciation.
Furthermore, the conference seeks to emphasise the importance of media literacy in honing critical analysis skills for media content and fostering the discernment between authentic information and misinformation. Such proficiency is essential for cultivating societies that prioritise peace and mutual understanding.
Ultimately, the conference anticipates generating actionable recommendations to facilitate the development of effective media strategies that bolster peace and global understanding.
