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SUMMARY:CCP Seminar: Regulating Social Media and Elections in the European Union - Adriana Mutu
DESCRIPTION:The Centre for Competition Policy (CCP) will host this week’s Research Seminar featuring Adriana Mutu\, who will present “Regulating Social Media and Elections in the European Union: Legal Frameworks\, Platform Governance\, and Electoral Integrity” \nThe seminar is open to the public and can be attended live by anyone interested. \nRegister here: https://lnkd.in/eKs7k-f8 \nThe presentation offers a structured assessment of how European Union Member States regulate social media platforms during electoral periods to mitigate risks related to electoral manipulation\, disinformation\, and Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference (FIMI). It maps the interaction between key EU instruments—including the GDPR\, Digital Services Act (DSA)\, Digital Markets Act (DMA)\, Audiovisual Media Services Directive (AVMSD)\, e-Privacy Directive\, Regulation on the Transparency and Targeting of Political Advertising (TTPA)\, and the Artificial Intelligence Act (AIA)—and national regulatory approaches. \nThe seminar will also discuss the case of the annulled presidential elections in Romania (December 2024)\, invalidated by the Constitutional Court of Romania following evidence of foreign interference and algorithmic manipulation via social media networks. This case triggered the first major DSA infringement proceedings against TikTok\, providing a critical test for EU platform governance and electoral integrity. \nThe Centre for Competition Policy (CCP) \nBased at the University of East Anglia\, the Centre for Competition Policy is the UK’s world-leading inter-disciplinary centre focused on competition\, regulation and consumer policy. \nThe Centre is supported by the School of Economics\, UEA Law School\, Norwich Business School and the School of Politics\, Philosophy\, Language and Communication Studies \nThe Centre has close links with\, but is independent of\, a wide range of regulatory authorities\, government bodies and private sector practitioners. These include the European Commission\, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA)\, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)\, Ofgem\, Ofcom\, Ofwat\, the Office of Rail Regulation (ORR)\, the World Bank\, and the Department for Business\, Innovation and Skills (BIS).
URL:https://medeamed.org/event/ccp-seminar-regulating-social-media-and-elections-in-the-european-union-adriana-mutu/
CATEGORIES:Other Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260416
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SUMMARY:IIC Combined Chapter Meeting: Online safety – restricting Social Media Use – issues for parents\, users\, funders and advertisers
DESCRIPTION:Online safety for children and vulnerable users is moving fast – and some of the most ambitious ideas are coming from Australia\, Italy and the UK. \nOn 15 April\, Augusto Preta\, MEDEA co-founder\, will be joining an International Institute of Communications (IIC) webinar that brings together experts from these three jurisdictions to discuss:\n• Australia’s proposed under‑16 social media restrictions and wider online safety agenda\n• Emerging EU and UK initiatives to protect minors and other vulnerable users\n• How legal\, technological and societal responses can work together globally\n• The practical challenges of age assurance\, privacy\, and proportional\, risk‑based regulation \nThis will be a great opportunity for policymakers\, regulators\, industry\, and civil society to compare approaches and explore what “good” looks like for protecting young and vulnerable users online\, without losing sight of fundamental rights and innovation. \nRegister here: https://lnkd.in/eygiSnJf
URL:https://medeamed.org/event/iic-combined-chapter-meeting-online-safety-restricting-social-media-use-issues-for-parents-users-funders-and-advertisers/
CATEGORIES:Medea Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260326
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260327
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SUMMARY:Online Discussion on Guidelines for Vloggers: Advancing Regulatory Frameworks in Ukraine
DESCRIPTION:On 26 March 2026\, the Twinning Project UA 23 NDICI TE 01 24 held an online meeting dedicated to the discussion on Vloggers. The event represents a significant step in strengthening Ukraine’s regulatory approach to audiovisual content and digital media in line with European standards. \nThe meeting brought together experts from the Italian Regulatory Authority for Communications (AGCOM)\, representatives of the National Council of Ukraine on Television and Radio Broadcasting (NCTVRb-UA)\, and Twinning experts\, fostering a constructive exchange on policy\, legal coherence\, and practical implementation. \nThe core of the meeting focused on the presentation of the Guidelines on Vloggers drafted by Adriana Mutu\, founding member and coordinator of MEDEA\, with particular attention to the policy recommendations addressed to the National Council of Ukraine on Television and Radio Broadcasting. \nMore information here: \nhttps://www.twinning4mediaua.eu/online-discussion-on-guidelines-for-vloggers-advancing-regulatory-frameworks-in-ukraine/?fbclid=IwY2xjawRA1rpleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe20jYL5eM7FwSRd0BIqOAwT23ayioxcHjDZ1lI6eionS3mwL6bg74L5eDEOc_aem_m0nBepnbN_ReGgno9FTVtg \n  \nhttps://webportal.nrada.gov.ua/en/regulation-of-digital-content-authors-the-national-council-studies-eu-experience/
URL:https://medeamed.org/event/online-discussion-on-guidelines-for-vloggers-advancing-regulatory-frameworks-in-ukraine/
CATEGORIES:Medea Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260215
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SUMMARY:Adriana Mutu to Speak at the COPEJI 9.0 International Conference: “Governing the Ungovernable?”
DESCRIPTION:14 February 2026 | Faculty of Law\, Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași \nMEDEA is pleased to announce that Adriana Mutu has been invited to speak at the 9th International Conference “Legal Perspectives on the Internet” (COPEJI 9.0): Governing the Ungovernable?\, hosted by the Faculty of Law at Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași (UAIC). \nOrganised in partnership with the University of Poitiers (Faculty of Law) and developed as an EC2U academic event\, COPEJI 9.0 brings together scholars\, practitioners\, policymakers\, and technologists to examine the pressures that borderless platforms\, autonomous systems\, and rapid technological change place on traditional legal frameworks. The conference adopts a strongly interdisciplinary perspective\, welcoming contributions from law\, technology\, political science\, economics\, philosophy\, psychology\, media and communication\, ethics\, and design. \nThis year’s theme — “Governing the Ungovernable?” — invites participants to explore the evolving interplay between law\, code\, power\, and society\, and to reflect on whether governance systems can meaningfully respond to technologies that increasingly shape\, and at times escape\, human control. The programme addresses a wide range of topics\, including digital governance\, algorithmic accountability\, AI regulation\, transnational enforcement\, digital sovereignty\, and the normative tensions emerging in post‑digital societies. \nMEDEA congratulates Adriana on this invitation and looks forward to her participation in this important international forum.
URL:https://medeamed.org/event/adriana-mutu-to-speak-at-the-copeji-9-0-international-conference-governing-the-ungovernable/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260214
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SUMMARY:International Conference on Digital Platform Governance 2026 to Gather Global Experts in Pretoria
DESCRIPTION:From 11 to 13 February 2026\, the University of Pretoria’s Future Africa Campus will host the International Conference on Digital Platform Governance 2026\, a major global gathering focused on shaping the future of digital governance and online information integrity. \nThe event builds on UNESCO’s ongoing Internet for Trust initiative and follows the first edition held in Dubrovnik\, Croatia\, in 2024. This second installment will bring together an extensive mix of participants: media and communication regulators\, government representatives\, electoral bodies\, digital platforms\, civil society groups\, academics\, and international organizations. \nCo-hosted by the Information\, Communication\, Technologies and Media Regulators Forum of South Africa and the Coalition of Organisations for the Promotion of the Digital Public Space (through the Social Media 4 Peace project)\, the conference is organized with support from UNESCO\, the African Communication Regulation Authorities Network (ACRAN)\, the Francophone Network of Media Regulators (REFRAM)\, the I4T Knowledge Network\, and the European Union. \nAcross public plenaries and side events\, participants will explore regional experiences\, thematic challenges\, and collaborative approaches to ensure human rights–based governance of the digital environment. A key focus will be assessing global progress in implementing UNESCO’s Guidelines for the Governance of Digital Platforms\, a framework aimed at strengthening freedom of expression and safeguarding information integrity online. \nThe Pretoria meeting will also host the second annual gathering of the Global Forum of Networks (GFN)—a consortium launched during the inaugural 2024 conference—continuing efforts to coordinate regulatory bodies and stakeholders worldwide. \nMore information: https://www.unesco.org/en/articles/international-conference-digital-platform-governance-2026
URL:https://medeamed.org/event/international-conference-on-digital-platform-governance-2026-to-gather-global-experts-in-pretoria/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260215
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SUMMARY:Adriana Mutu to Speak at the 2026 Go Digital in Law – Winter School
DESCRIPTION:9–14 February 2026 | Iași\, Romania \nMEDEA is pleased to announce that Adriana Mutu\, founding member of the network and expert in European media regulation\, will join the 2026 edition of the Go Digital in Law – Winter School as a guest speaker. \nOrganised by the Faculty of Law at Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași\, in collaboration with the EC2U Alliance\, the Winter School brings together students\, doctoral researchers\, and early-career professionals from across Europe to explore the intersections of law\, technology\, and digital governance. \nAdriana will deliver a lecture addressing key regulatory challenges in the digital environment\, with a focus on the Digital Services Act (DSA)\, content moderation\, platform accountability\, and the evolving role of the Audiovisual Media Services Directive (AVMSD). \nThis year’s edition is organised in collaboration with the European Campus of City-Universities (EC2U) and brings together the eight partner universities of the alliance: the University of Poitiers (France)\, the University of Turku (Finland)\, the University of Coimbra (Portugal)\, Friedrich Schiller University Jena (Germany)\, Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași (Romania)\, the University of Salamanca (Spain)\, the University of Pavia (Italy)\, and the University of Linz (Austria)\, alongside Umeå University (Sweden) and longstanding academic partners such as the University of Białystok (Poland) and the Faculty of Computer Science at UAIC. \nThe programme is supported by organisational partners including the Legal Clinic Association\, the Doctoral School of Law\, and the Faculty of Computer Science of UAIC\, and benefits from the involvement of the European Commission. \nThe programme includes sessions scheduled between 2–13 February 2026\, and concludes with the international conference COPEJI 9.0: Legal Perspectives on the Internet – Governing the Ungovernable\, where Adriana will also participate. \nMEDEA congratulates Adriana on this invitation and welcomes her continued engagement in advancing rights-based approaches to digital regulation.
URL:https://medeamed.org/event/adriana-mutu-to-speak-at-the-2026-go-digital-in-law-winter-school/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260205T183000
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SUMMARY:Joan Barata on Media\, Disinformation\, and Free Speech in the Mediterranean
DESCRIPTION:The phenomenon of disinformation is not foreign to the Mediterranean region. Local and foreign actors alike make use of diverse communication environments to disseminate content and narratives aimed at shaping public opinion and undermining free access to information. As in other regions\, a sound understanding of the problem—and the development of effective responses—requires close attention to factors such as the role of states as disseminators of disinformation\, the condition of the media ecosystem\, cultural and socio-economic contexts\, the use of disinformation regulation as a means to restrict dissenting voices\, and existing institutional weaknesses. \nWithin this framework\, Joan Barata will deliver the lecture “Disinformation and Freedom of Speech in the Euro-Mediterranean Region” as part of the Aula Mediterrània Lecture Series 2025–2026. \nThe session will be moderated by Pere Franch\, Professor at the Faculty of Communication and International Relations\, Blanquerna-URL\, and is co-organised with the Master’s Degree in International Journalism at Blanquerna-URL. \n📅 5 February 2026\n🕡 18:30\n📍 IEMed Conference Room (Carrer Girona\, 20 · Barcelona)\n🗣 Conference | English
URL:https://medeamed.org/event/joan-barata-to-speak-on-disinformation-and-freedom-of-expression-in-the-euro-mediterranean-region-2/
CATEGORIES:Other Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260202T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260202T140000
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SUMMARY:Joan Barata to Speak on Disinformation and Freedom of Expression in the Euro-Mediterranean Region
DESCRIPTION:MEDEA is pleased to highlight the upcoming lecture by Joan Barata\, expert in freedom of expression and social media regulation\, as part of the Aula Casa Mediterráneo conference series. The event\, titled “Disinformation and Freedom of Expression in the Euro-Mediterranean Region\,” will take place on Monday\, 2 February 2026\, at Casa Mediterráneo in Alicante. \nBarata will address current challenges in regulating online speech\, with a focus on disinformation\, platform governance\, and the evolving role of legal frameworks in safeguarding freedom of expression across the Euro-Mediterranean space. His intervention draws on extensive experience advising international organisations and academic institutions on media law and digital regulation. \nThe event is organised in collaboration with the Advertising and Public Relations programme at the University of Alicante\, the Casa Árabe Arab Studies Programme\, and the Aula Mediterrània of IEMed\, reflecting a shared commitment to fostering dialogue on pressing regional issues. \nMEDEA welcomes this initiative and encourages participation from researchers\, students\, and professionals engaged in media and regulatory fields.
URL:https://medeamed.org/event/joan-barata-to-speak-on-disinformation-and-freedom-of-expression-in-the-euro-mediterranean-region/
LOCATION:Universidad de Alicante\, Spain
CATEGORIES:Other Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251229T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251229T170000
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SUMMARY:International Seminar – World Arabic Language Day 2025
DESCRIPTION:MEDEA (Mediterranean Europe and Africa) is pleased to announce its participation as co-organizer of the International Seminar held in celebration of World Arabic Language Day 2025\, organized on 29 December 2025 and conducted entirely in Arabic. \nTitled “Building Partnerships for Strengthening Media and Information Literacy (MIL) in the Arab World\,” the seminar brought together leading experts and representatives from regional and international institutions to explore collaborative approaches for advancing media literacy and education across Arab societies. \n Key Speakers \n\nDr. Samy Tayie\nMember of the UNESCO MIL Alliance\nDr. Zaid Abushama\nRepresentative of the Islamic World Educational\, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO)\n\nThe seminar also featured contributions from experts and officials representing the League of Arab States\, UNESCO\, and other prominent regional institutions\, enriching the dialogue on the role of language\, culture\, and media education in the Arab world. \nOrganization & Collaboration \nThe event was organized by Moulay Ismail University\, in collaboration with its academic and institutional partners\, with the active involvement of MEDEA as a co-organizer. The seminar emphasized the importance of partnerships in strengthening Media and Information Literacy as a tool for cultural inclusion\, critical thinking\, and sustainable development in the Arab region. \nThis seminar marked the final international academic event of 2025\, reinforcing the shared commitment of regional and international stakeholders to advancing MIL through dialogue\, cooperation\, and linguistic diversity.
URL:https://medeamed.org/event/international-seminar-world-arabic-language-day-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251226T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251226T170000
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SUMMARY:International Webinar on Human Rights Day 2025 (26 December)
DESCRIPTION:Human Rights Day 2025 | Media and Information Literacy for All\n📅 26 December 2025 \nMEDEA (Mediterranean Europe and Africa) is pleased to announce its role as co-organizer of a major International Webinar marking United Nations Human Rights Day 2025\, focused on advancing Media and Information Literacy (MIL) through a human rights–based approach. \nThe webinar brings together distinguished voices from academia\, diplomacy\, and international human rights organizations to explore how MIL can strengthen human rights\, intercultural dialogue\, and inclusive societies worldwide. \n Featured Speakers \n\nH.E. Dr. Muhammad Shahid Amin Khan\nWorld Chair & Ambassador at Large\, International Human Rights Commission (IHRC)\nH.E. Dr. M’Barek Afekouh\nAmbassador at Large & Chairman of Maghreb Arab Union Countries\, International Human Rights Organization (IHRO)\nDr. Claudia Wanderley\nAcademic at UNICAMP University (Brazil) and advocate for indigenous cultures and languages\n\n Coordination & Organization \nThe webinar is coordinated by Drissia Chouit\, founding member of MEDEA\, and organized by the Research Group on Intercultural Communication\, Dialogue and Conflict Resolution\, in collaboration with the Research Laboratory on Communication\, Interculturality\, Gender\, Arts\, Language and Society (LaRCIGALS) at Moulay Ismail University of Meknes. \nSupporting & Partner Organizations \n\nInternational Human Rights Organization (IHRO)\nInternational Human Rights Commission (IHRC)\nUNESCO UNITWIN University Network on Media and Information Literacy and Intercultural Dialogue\nUNESCO MIL Alliance\nMEDEA (Mediterranean Europe and Africa)\n\nThis international event serves as a vital platform for fostering dialogue between academia and diplomacy\, reinforcing the role of Media and Information Literacy as a cornerstone of human rights for all.
URL:https://medeamed.org/event/international-webinar-on-human-rights-day-2025-26-december/
CATEGORIES:Medea Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251128T110000
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SUMMARY:Building Resilience: Understanding Communication and Fake News
DESCRIPTION:On behalf of MEDEA\, we are pleased to announce that on November 28\, Adriana Mutu will join as a guest speaker at the seminar “Communication\, Fake News\, and Resilience to Disinformation”\, organized for second-year students of the MSc Program in Psychology\, Faculty of Psychology and Education Sciences\, Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași\, Romania. \nThe event is coordinated by Teodor Răileanu-Olariu\, Assistant Professor at “Al. I. Cuza” University of Iași. \n 
URL:https://medeamed.org/event/building-resilience-understanding-communication-and-fake-news/
CATEGORIES:Medea Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251111T093000
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SUMMARY:IIC Italy Chapter Meeting: Telecommunications in the Digital Transformation
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, 11 November 2025\nTime: 09:30 – 13:15 CET\nLanguage: Italian \nThe International Institute of Communications (IIC) Italy Chapter invites participants to its upcoming meeting\, “Telecommunications in the Digital Transformation.” The event will bring together leading voices from academia\, industry\, and regulation to explore the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of digital communications in Italy and beyond. \nOpening Remarks:\nAugusto Preta\, President\, IIC Italian Chapter; CEO\, ITMedia Consulting; Founding Member\, MEDEA \nElisa Giomi\, Commissioner\, Autorità per le Garanzie nelle Comunicazioni (AGCOM) \nSpeakers include:\nAlessandro Gropelli – Director General\, Connect Europe\nAndrea Biondi – Vicecaposervizio\, Il Sole 24 Ore\nAntongiulio Lombardi – Regulatory Affairs Director\, WindTre\nAugusto Preta (Dr) – President\, IIC Italian Chapter; CEO\, ITMedia Consulting\nBenedetto Levi – CEO\, Iliad Italia\nDiego Ciulli – Head of Government Affairs and Public Policy\, Google Italy\nElisa Giomi (Prof) – Commissioner\, Autorità per le Garanzie nelle Comunicazioni (AGCOM)\nFabrizio Cugia di Sant’Orsola – Partner\, Cugia Cuomo & Associati\, Rome\nFrancesco Nonno – Vice-President\, FTTH Council Europe\nGiacomo Lasorella – President\, Autorità per le Garanzie nelle Comunicazioni (AGCOM)\nGiuseppe Gola – CEO and General Manager\, Open Fiber\nLaura Aria – Commissioner\, Autorità per le Garanzie nelle Comunicazioni (AGCOM)\nLivia Ferraro – Head of IT Digital Public Policy\, Amazon\nMassimo Sarmi – Chairman and CEO\, FiberCop\nPietro Labriola – CEO\, TIM Group\nPinar Serdengecti – Regulation and Competition Affairs Director\, ECTA\nRaffaele Giarda – International Partner\, Baker McKenzie\nSandro Frova – Senior Professor\, Department of Finance\, Università Commerciale Luigi Bocconi\nWalter Renna – CEO\, Fastweb and Vodafone \nTo register\, please email enquiries@iicom.org.\nBy registering\, you agree for IIC to share your data with AGCOM\, the event host\, who will send the joining link.
URL:https://medeamed.org/event/iic-italy-chapter-meeting-telecommunications-in-the-digital-transformation/
LOCATION:Agcom\, Via Isonzo 21\,b\, Roma\, 00198\, Italy
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SUMMARY:Join MEDEA’s Panel on Ethical Governance of Digital Platforms at EBEN Research Conference 2025!
DESCRIPTION:MEDEA is excited to invite you to its panel “Ethical Governance of Digital Platforms: Challenges and Opportunities” at the EBEN Research Conference 2025\, co-hosted by the European Business Ethics Network (EBEN) and its Spanish Chapter. The conference takes place October 8–10\, 2025\, at the Faculty of Business & Economics\, University of Cádiz\, Spain. \n🔗 See full program: EBENRC25 Programme \nOur panel will tackle the most urgent issues in digital platform governance\, including: \n\nRegulation and policy frameworks\nEthical use of research intelligence and data\nPrivacy and consumer protection\nCombating misinformation and fake news\nEngaging media audiences and organizations in the digital era\nPromoting ethical leadership and accountability in platform management\n\nThis is your chance to connect with scholars\, practitioners\, and thought leaders at the forefront of business ethics\, innovation\, and sustainability. Explore how organizations can make responsible decisions that support long-term societal well-being. \nResearchers and professionals eager to share insights and join the discussion are warmly welcomed. The panel will be organized and chaired by Adriana Mutu\, member of the Scientific Committee of EBEN Research Conference 2025. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation shaping the ethical future of digital platforms!
URL:https://medeamed.org/event/join-medeas-panel-on-ethical-governance-of-digital-platforms-at-eben-research-conference-2025/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250331
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250401
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SUMMARY:Human Rights and AI-Powered Content Moderation
DESCRIPTION:Call for Papers  \n \nHuman Rights and AI-Powered Content Moderation \nCambridge Forum on AI: Law and Governance publishes content focused on the governance of artificial intelligence (AI) from law\, rules\, and regulation through to ethical behaviour\, accountability and responsible practice. It also looks at the impact on society of such governance along with how AI can be used responsibly to benefit the legal\, corporate and other sectors. \nFollowing the emergence of generative AI and broader general purpose AI models\, there is a pressing need to clarify the role of governance\, to consider the mechanisms for oversight and regulation of AI\, and to discuss the interrelationships and shifting tensions between the legal and regulatory landscape\, ethical implications and evolving technologies. Cambridge Forum on AI: Law and Governance uses themed issues to bring together voices from law\, business\, applied ethics\, computer science and many other disciplines to explore the social\, ethical and legal impact of AI\, data science\, and robotics and the governance frameworks they require. \nCambridge Forum on AI: Law and Governance is part of the Cambridge Forum journal series\, which progresses cross-disciplinary conversations on issues of global importance. \nThe journal invites submissions for the upcoming Themed Issue:  Human Rights and AI-Powered Content Moderation Guest Edited by Joan Barata and Natalie Alkiviadou. \nThe deadline for submissions is 31 October 2025. Deadline for final version of originals after review process is 31 December 2025. \nOutline: Artificial Intelligence (AI) equips social media platforms with tools to manage the vast and constantly growing flow of online content\, playing a crucial role in enforcing content policies. Increasing regulatory pressure through laws such as the Digital Services Act While the use of automated content moderation is essential for addressing crimes such as child exploitation and non-consensual explicit material involving adults\, applying AI to more complex and context-dependent areas like hate speech presents significant challenges. Specifically\, while these systems aim to enhance online safety\, they introduce significant legal\, ethical and technical challenges that require urgent attention. In such a sphere\, the growing reliance on AI in content moderation raises critical questions about its impact on human rights and freedoms\, particularly the right to freedom of expression\, privacy and the prohibition of discrimination. \nA key concern is the freedom of expression and non-discrimination\, as AI-driven moderation\, especially for hate speech\, often lacks the ability to grasp linguistic nuance\, cultural context and intent. This can lead to over-removal\, censorship\, and the disproportionate silencing of marginalised voices. Moreover\, biased datasets and insufficient training data contribute to discriminatory enforcement\, disproportionately affecting minority communities and raising serious concerns about violations of free speech. AI-driven content moderation also presents privacy risks\, requiring large-scale data collection that may infringe on users’ rights under laws like the General Data Protection Regulation. Additionally\, as private corporations play an increasing role in governing public discourse\, accountability gaps emerge in terms of transparency safeguards\, due process and redress for wrongful content removals. \nIn addition to this\, social media platforms and other intermediaries are also increasingly offering AI systems to users to facilitate and enhance content creation and improve impact and reach. These new features may trigger new legal debates and complexities around content moderation\, reponsabilities and liability\, as well as regarding the modalities of exercise of the right to freedom of expression and subjects/entities protected. \nIn light of the above\, this themed issue seeks to explore the intricate relationship between AI-driven content moderation and human rights\, with a particular emphasis on freedom of expression\, privacy\, and non-discrimination. By bringing together experts in fields such as law\, philosophy\, technology\, policy\, linguistics and ethics\, this themed issue will foster an informed debate on responsible AI governance in content moderation. Contributors will be expected to present original and relevant research that critically analyzes existing legal frameworks and proposes solutions to mitigate AI bias\, improve algorithmic accountability\, and strike a balance between combating harmful content and upholding fundamental rights. Submissions will be assessed based on their originality\, interdisciplinary approach\, analytical depth\, and clarity\, ensuring that this issue serves as a valuable resource for policymakers\, academics\, and practitioners alike. \nSubmission guidelines \nCambridge Forum on AI: Law and Governance seeks to engage multiple subject disciplines and promote dialogue between policymakers and practitioners as well as academics. The journal therefore encourages authors to use an accessible writing style. \nAuthors have the option to submit a range of article types to the journal. Please see the journal’s author instructions for more information. \nArticles will be peer reviewed for both content and style. Articles will appear digitally and open access in the journal. \nAll submissions should be made through the journal’s online peer review system. Author should consult the journal’s author instructions prior to submission. \nAll authors will be required to declare any funding and/or competing interests upon submission. See the journal’s Publishing Ethics guidelines for more information. \nContacts  \nQuestions regarding submission and peer review can be sent to the journal’s inbox at cfl@cambridge.org.
URL:https://medeamed.org/event/human-rights-and-ai-powered-content-moderation-2025/
LOCATION:Cambridge\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:ECREA 2024\, Communication & social (dis)order
DESCRIPTION:The 10th ECREA ECC will be organised by the Faculty of Social Sciences of the University of Ljubljana (UL FDV) and the Slovene Communication Association\, from 23 to 27 September 2024 in Ljubljana\, Slovenia\, under the title ‘Communication & social (dis)order‘. The organizers of the 10th European Communication Conference invite submission of proposals for up to 10 pre-conferences.\n\n \n\nThe organisers call for proposals that contribute to rethinking communication and social (dis)order from the different perspectives of ECREA sections\, networks and working groups. Proposals for individual papers\, panels and roundtables can be submitted to all ECREA sections\, temporary working groups and networks via the ECREA ECC 2024 submission platform until 11 January 2024.\n\n \n\nThe conference will support independent pre-conferences. The call for pre-conferences has now been published. Information on the individual calls and submission deadlines can be found on the conference website.\n\n \n\nPre-conferences are independent events\, separate from the main conference in terms of programming\, budget\, event management and administration.\n\n \n\nThe pre-conference organisers define the specific thematic focus of the event and have full autonomy in deciding the format of the pre-conference including its design\, length\, scheduling\, innovations in presentation formats and levels of interactivity. The pre-conferences organisers are also in charge of the peer-review process\, which is separate from the review process of the main conference.\n\n \n\nThe European Communication Research and Education Association (ECREA)\, the Faculty of Social Sciences of the University of Ljubljana (UL FDV)\, and the Slovene Communication Association will host the 10th European Communication Conference (ECC) in Ljubljana (Slovenia) from 23 to 27 September 2024. The organizers call for proposals that contribute to reconsidering communication and social (dis)order from various perspectives represented by ECREA Sections\, Networks\, and Temporary Working Groups.\n\n \n\nThe ECC 2024 conference invites participants to reconsider the communication (dis)order by reflecting upon ongoing political\, economic\, environmental\, health\, and technological disruptions\, their (dys)functional (un)predictability\, and their long-term societal implications. While the speed and scope of contemporary communicative developments and social disruptions can easily generate an impression of unprecedented changes\, felt either as a breakdown of the “old” order or the creation of a “new” one\, this sensation is by no means exclusive to the present moment.\n\n \n\nProposals for individual papers\, panels\, and roundtables can be submitted to one of ECREA Sections\, Temporary Working Groups\, and Networks through the ECC 2024 submission platform until 11 January 2024. All proposals should be written in English.\n\n \n\nAbstracts for individual papers (400–500 words\, including references) should succinctly convey the study’s primary research problem\, methodology\, key findings\, and their implications. Individual papers should align with and support the conference theme.\n\n \n\nPanel proposals should comprise five individual contributions\, consisting of a panel rationale along with five panel paper abstracts. The panel rationale (400–500 words\, including references) should elucidate the theme and its relevance within the broader conference context. Each panel paper abstract (400–500 words\, including references) should further elaborate on specific research topics\, main objectives\, methodology\, and findings\, ensuring alignment with and support for the panel rationale.\n\n \n\nRoundtables should involve no more than five initial participants and are designed to foster discussion and interaction among delegates on a specific topic. Roundtable submissions (500–600 words\, including references) should provide details about the discussion topic and its relevance\, including the names of the organizers and initial participants. The availability of these participants must be confirmed at the time of proposal submission.\n\n \n\nEach participant may only be nominated as the first (presenting) author in one accepted submission. However\, there are no restrictions on the number of presentations where a conference participant is listed as a co-author. Additionally\, participants are welcome to serve as chairs\, respondents for panels\, or participants in roundtable discussions.\n\n \n\nIf you are interested in organising a pre-conference\, you can send the inquiries to info@ecrea2024ljubljana.eu.\n\n \n\nThe proposal for pre-conference (300-500 words) should include:\n\n \n\n 	\n\n 	Short pre-conference rationale (theme and title)\,\n\n\n\n \n\n 	\n\n 	brief presentation of the pre-conference organisers\,\n\n\n\n \n\n 	\n\n 	institutional links to ECREA (e.g. if the pre-conference is organised or endorsed by one of ECREA Temporary Working Groups\, Networks or Sections)\,\n\n\n\n \n\n 	\n\n 	general format (full-day or half-day event)\,\n\n\n\n \n\n 	\n\n 	expected number of participants and budget (please note that participation fees for ECREA members should be lower than fees for non-members)\,\n\n\n\n \n\n 	\n\n 	date and location (if already available).\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nThe proposal should be sent to (info@ecrea2024ljubljana.eu) by 30 November 2023. The local organising committee will evaluate the proposals and select up to five pre-conferences. Priority will be given to groups and topics which have lower visibility in the scientific conference of the main conference (e.g. Temporary Working Groups).\n\n \n\nThe deadline for submissions is 30 November 2023.\n\n \n\nThe proposals will be evaluated by 20 December 2023.\n\n \n\nUpon selection\, pre-conferences will be promoted via ECC2024 website and communication channels as well as ECREA website and communication channels.\n\n \nKey Dates\n \n\nSubmission system opens\n\n \n\n26 September 2023\n\n \n\nSubmission of paper and panel abstracts\n\n \n\n11 January 2024\n\n \n\nNotification of acceptance\n\n \n\n12 March 2024\n\n \n\nEnd of early bird registration fee\n\n \n\n27 June 2024\n\n \n\nFor more information: ECREA2024 | European Communication Research and Education Association (ecrea2024ljubljana.eu)\n\n \n\nFor more information about ECREA: ECREA – Home
URL:https://medeamed.org/event/ecrea-2024-communication-social-disorder/
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SUMMARY:Conference: Regulators and regulation in the digital era
DESCRIPTION:The Centre for a Digital Society invites submissions of unpublished papers for its scientific conference focusing on the evolving role of regulation and regulators.\nIn the rapidly evolving digital age\, the increasing economic\, social\, political\, and cultural influence of digital players has prompted the European Union to propose and adopt a series of far-reaching Regulations. These include the Digital Market Act\, the Digital Services Act\, the Data Governance Act\, the Data Act\, the AI Act\, the Regulation on Standard Essential Patents\, and the European Media Freedom Act. \nThe implementation and enforcement of this emerging EU regulatory framework will bring forth new challenges for Member States\, leading to the creation of new regulatory bodies and expansion of existing ones. This transformation will likely lead to an increase in multi-task agencies and foster coordination between different regulators at both the national and EU levels. \nCall for papers\nIn light of these developments\, this scientific conference aims to stimulate an in-depth discussion of academic papers analysing the evolving role of regulation and regulators in the digital age. The conference welcomes submissions from lawyers\, economists\, political scientists\, and other relevant technical experts\, presenting research within the core areas listed below. \nCore Areas of Interest:\n\nRegulation in the Digital Age: this area delves into the reasons behind the growing government regulation in the digital sphere and evaluates the appropriateness of the emerging regulatory framework. Papers might explore how these regulations aim to foster market competition\, innovation\, safeguard fundamental rights\, address digital inequality\, and promote technological advancements. Additionally\, the vertical impacts of horizontal regulation on specific sectors disrupted by digital innovation\, such as the news media industry\, or sectors providing public/common goods like healthcare\, education\, mobility\, environment\, and disaster management\, are of particular interest.\nNew Tools and Structure of Regulators: in this area\, researchers examine the impact of the new regulatory framework on regulators\, focusing on aspects like independence\, competences\, resources\, technical expertise\, and institutional structure. The analysis of innovative regulatory tools\, such as “regulatory sandboxes\,” and the identification of best practices at the national level are highly encouraged.\nNetworks of Regulators: papers within this area investigate how the new regulatory framework influences cooperation among different national regulators and transnational networks of regulators. Special emphasis will be placed on the relationship between national regulators and the EU Commission.\n\nFormat and Programme\nThe Conference will feature presentations of unpublished academic papers or working papers at early stages of publication processes. In addition to the paper presentations\, the event will include a roundtable discussion with regulators and a keynote address from a prominent speaker in the field. \nScope\nWhile the Conference will primarily focus on the EU\, papers discussing the changing role of regulation and regulators in other regions of the world are also welcome. \nWe invite scholars and experts from various disciplines to submit their research and contribute to the in-depth examination of the challenges and opportunities that arise from the evolving regulatory landscape in the digital age. \nBest Junior Paper Award\nA “Best Junior Paper Award” will be given for the most outstanding contribution among submissions by authors not older than 35 years. \nScientific Committee\nElda Brogi\, European University Institute \nPaolo Boldi\, University of Milan \nMarco Botta\, European University Institute \nGiacomo Calzolari\, European University Institute \nMartin Cave\, Imperial College Business School \nAlexandre De Streel\, University of Namur \nLapo Filistrucchi\, University of Florence / EUI \nScott Marcus\, Bruegel \nJuan Montero\, European University Institute \nPier Luigi Parcu\, European University Institute \nNicolas Petit\, European University Institute \nMaria Alessandra Rossi\, University of Chieti-Pescara / EUI \nGiovanni Sartor\, University of Bologna / EUI \nPeggy Valcke\, KU Leuven \nAdditional information\nTo learn more\, please download the call for papers. For information about submissions and the programme please contact the organising committee: Danielle Borges and Roberta Carlini. \nFor information about accommodation and logistics\, please contact the CDS secretariat. \n\n\n   Links\n\n◼  SUBMIT YOUR ABSTRACT\n\n\n\n\n\n   Attachments\n\n◼  CALL FOR PAPERS\n\n\n\n\n   Scientific Organiser: Pier Luigi Parcu\n\nEuropean University Institute
URL:https://medeamed.org/event/conference-regulators-and-regulation-in-the-digital-era/
LOCATION:Badia Fiesolana\, Badia Fiesolana\, Florence\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Other Events
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SUMMARY:MEDEA at the Global MIL Week 2023 #GlobalMILWeek
DESCRIPTION:International Conference on Media and Information Literacy for Digital Citizenship and Well-being: Youth as Chaalnge Makers \n8th December 2023 03:00 PM\, Rome\, Italy \n \nThis conference highlights the necessity to empower young people with MIL knowledge\, skills\, values and attitudes for a fulfilled digital citizenship\, enabling youth to be at the centre of positive change for peace\, intercultural dialogue and development. It gathers MIL experts\, well-established researchers as well as young researchers in an inter-generational discussion. \nOrganized by Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University\, the Faculty of Arts and Humanities Fes-Sais\, and the Discourse\, Creativity\, Society and Religions Laboratory\, Morocco\, in partnership with UNESCO and MEDEA\, Mediterranean Europe and Africa. \nModeraor: Dr. Abdelhamid Nfissi\, Professor\, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University\, Fez\, Morocco & Founding Member of UNESCO-MILID University Network \nEminent Speakers: \n– Mr. John Okande\, Programme Coordinator for Social Media 4 Peace\, UNESCO Regional Office for Eastern Africa \n– Dr. Drissia Chouit\, Professor\, Moulay Ismail University of Meknes\, Morocco; Co-Chair of UNESCO MIL Alliance & Founding Member of MEDEA\, Mediterranean Europe and Africa \n– Mr. Alexandre Le Voci Sayad\, Journalist\, Educator and Writer; Director of ZeitGeist and Host of the TV Show “Idade Mídia” on Canal Futura\, Brazil \n– Dr. Adriana Mutu\, Head of Academic Quality\, Professor and Researcher at ESIC Business & Marketing School\, Barcelona\, Spain. Independent Expert Consultant for the Council of Europe \n– Dr. Katerina Chryssanthopoulou\, Media & News Literacy Independent Consultant & Trainer; Founder of Media Literacy Matters & Stories Media Lab; Co-founder of Media Literacy Institute\, Researcher at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki\, Greece \n– John N. Ponsaran\, DComm Faculty\, Development Studies Program Affiliate Faculty\, Doctor of Communication Program University of the Philippines Manila and UP Open University. \nTo register click here: Iscrizione al Webinar – Zoom
URL:https://medeamed.org/event/medea-at-the-global-mil-week-2023-globalmilweek/
LOCATION:Rome\, Italy\, Rome\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Medea Events
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SUMMARY:MEDEA at the 10th International Research Congress in Communication and Digital Information (CICID2023)
DESCRIPTION:Adriana Mutu representend MEDEA at the 10th International Research Congress in Communication\nand Digital Information (CICID2023) organized by Universidad de Zaragoza between 26-29 of November. \nThe congress theme was ¨Digital skills in the era of AI. ICTs for social transformation¨. \nIn her contribution\, Adriana Mutu focused on the provisions for the regulation of audiovisual commercial communication and online advertising practices under the revised Audiovisual Media Services Directive (AVMSD)\, the Digital Services Act (DSA) and the Digital Markets Act (DMA)\, with a special emphasis on the measures introduced to increase the protection of minors.
URL:https://medeamed.org/event/medea-at-the-10th-international-research-congress-in-communication-and-digital-information-cicid2023/
CATEGORIES:Medea Events
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SUMMARY:MEDEA at the Global MIL week 2023
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Drissia Chouit and Prof. Joan Barata\, MEDEA‘s Founding Members\, at the 6th International E-Seminar on contemporary issues\, Artificial Intelligence for the Public Good: A Media and Information Literacy Imperative\, organized in Celebration of Global MIL Week 2023 #GlobalMILWeek on 13th November 2023 15:00-16:30 (GMT+1). \nCo-organized by Moulay Ismail University of Meknes\, Morocco\, and UNESCO\, in partnership with MEDEA\, Mediterranean Europe and Africa (https://medeamed.org/about-us/) This international event outlined the necessity of perceiving artificial intelligence as a public good\, used for the public good\, highlighting the imperative of media and information literacy in this regard. \nThe event has been moderated by Dr. Drissia Chouit\, Program Director & Host; Professor at Moulay Ismail University; Co-Chair of UNESCO MIL Alliance & Founding Member of MEDEA. \nEminent Speakers: \n– Dr. Ming-Kuok LIM Advisor for Communication & Information Sector\, UNESCO Office for the Maghreb\, Rabat\, Morocco. He presented the new UNESCO Guidebook on Reporting on Artificial Intelligence & UNESCO’s ongoing work on AI Ethics. \n– Mr. Alexandre Le Voci Sayad Journalist & MIL Educator\, Author of Artificial Intelligence and Critical Thinking\, Brazil “Artificial Intelligence and Critical Thinking: New Paths for Media and Information Literacy” \n– Ms. Rachel Fischer Parliamentary Engagement & Research Manager\, Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse\, South Africa “Equipping Citizens for the AI Era: The Crucial Role of Policies\, Media and Information Literacy\, Universities and Information Ethics” \n– Prof. Joan Barata Senior Legal Fellow\, Future of Free Speech Project at Justitia\, USA “Freedom of Expression and AI: Risks and Opportunities” \n– Ms. Sherri Hope Culver Director\, Center for Media and Information Literacy\, Temple University\, USA “Children + AI + the Public Good” \n– Dr. Sebastian Novomisky Chief of Training & Promotion\, Public Defender’s Office\, Argentina – Mr. Manuel-Antonio Monteagudo Filmmaker & Media Literacy Educator\, Peru “Mastering the Tool before the Tool Masters us”
URL:https://medeamed.org/event/medea-at-the-global-mil-week-2023/
CATEGORIES:Medea Events
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SUMMARY:World Forum for Democracy 2023
DESCRIPTION:World Forum for Democracy 2023 “Democracy = Peace?”: Call for initiatives\n \nThe World Forum for Democracy is a unique platform for political decision-makers and activists to debate solutions to key challenges for democracies worldwide. By identifying and analysing experimental initiatives and practices\, the Forum highlights and encourages democracy innovations at the grassroots and their transfer on a systemic level in order to strengthen the foundations of democratic societies. The Forum thus contributes to the evolution of democracy towards more participatory and inclusive structures and institutions. \nThe World Forum for Democracy calls for expressions of interest from innovative initiatives\, from all over the world\, aiming at enhancing democracy and contributing to sustainable peace. \nAny public or private organisation is eligible to apply. One presenter for the selected initiatives will be invited to Strasbourg to take part in the World Forum. Travel and accommodation expenses will be covered by the Council of Europe if required. \nSubmissions should be made by answering the questionnaire in the document “Call for initiatives 2023” and sending it to forum_democracy@coe.int by 15 June 2023. \n 
URL:https://medeamed.org/event/world-forum-for-democracy-2023/
LOCATION:Strasbourg\, Av. de l'Europe\, 67000 Strasbourg\, Francia\, Strasbourg\, France
CATEGORIES:Other Events
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SUMMARY:Adriana Mutu will attend the IMMAA Conference 2023
DESCRIPTION:Call For Papers: IMMAA Conference 2023\nMedia Transformation. A road map for the future \nAl Akhawayn University in Ifrane\, Ifrane\, Morocco\, Oct. 19-21\, 2023 \n \n[PDF Version] \n(See the conference’s Preliminary Program) \nThe International Media Management Academic Association (IMMAA) invites submissions of theoretical and empirical research papers and case studies on all aspects of media management for its 17th conference\, Oct 19-21\, 2023\, in Ifrane\, Morocco. Hosted by Al-Akhawayn University in Ifrane (AUI)\, the conference aims to bring together academics\, senior and early career researchers\, and professionals in all areas of media management\, new media\, economics\, corporate communication and related fields. IMMAA strives to be a truly international association and encourages participation from all countries in English\, Arabic\, and French (official and spoken languages of the host country). \nThe 2023 IMMAA conference theme is Media Transformation: A Road map for the future. We welcome submissions addressing the challenges and opportunities of media management in the new digital and technological transformation era. We suggest three P axes: \nPurpose: Why and What do media need to transform?\nPeople: How prepared are media institutions and media managers for the transformation?\nProcesses: How should the media proceed with the change? \nWe also welcome topics that engage with the following topics but are not limited to: \n\nBusiness models for media and digital media\nMonetization strategies for content\nAudience engagement and measurement\nSocial media and its impact on traditional media\nThe use of artificial intelligence and machine learning in media management\nThe role of data and analytics in media decision-making\nMedia regulation in the digital age\nThe future of media and entertainment industries\nInnovation\, media entrepreneurship\, and start-ups\nResearch and renewed methodological approaches to study and teach media management\n\nSubmissions of extended abstracts should be at most seven pages or 2000 words (double space\, font 12). The empirical papers should include the research objective and a summary of the conceptual framework\, methodological approach\, findings\, discussion\, and limitations.Submissions of panel proposals should include a 300-word purpose of the panel\, abstracts of 300 words for each presentation\, and a 100-word short bio of each panelist and the panel organizer/chair. \nAll submissions will be subject to a double peer-review process. The best conference papers will be invited to publish their research in the Journal of Creative Industries and Cultural Studies (editors Terry Flew and Paulo Faustino). \nAll submissions should be sent to conference@immaa.org. The deadline is extended as below: \nDeadline and Conference registration fees:\n\nSubmission until June 30: conference fees of 220 euros\nLate submission until July 28: conference fees of 270 euros.\n\nAbout IMMAA\nIMMAA (International Media Management Academic Association) is a global association of academics researching critical media management issues to improve the practice and understanding of media markets and institutions. Its diverse international membership fosters and promotes an appreciation for the differences among countries and cultures that contribute to characteristics that differentiate national media markets and shape relationships among them. Past conferences were held in cities that include Chicago\, San Francisco\, Saarbrücken\, New York\, Lisbon\, Pamplona\, Moscow\, Seoul\, Sao Paulo\, Stuttgart\, Doha\, and Porto. \nAbout Al Akhawayn University in Ifrane (AUI)\nAl Akhawayn University in Ifrane (AUI) is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). It educates the future citizen-leaders of Morocco and the world through a globally oriented\, English-language liberal arts curriculum based on the North American system. The academic community of students\, faculty\, and staff work together to foster excellence and identity through teaching and learning favorable to developing equity and social responsibility. The AUI houses the Hillary Rodham Clinton Center for Women’s Empowerment (HCC). The HCC advances scholarship and knowledge production about gender and women’s rights in North Africa\, but it also contains grassroots outreach programs for rural women that are mostly designed to empower rural women’s associations to become economically self-reliant. Home to over 2\,200 students from around the world\, the 75-hectare campus houses student facilities\, including seven academic buildings\, a library\, 21 student residences\, four dining halls\, shops\, sports centers\, and research labs. \nVisit the IMMAA website\, www.immaa.org\, for more information about the program\, travel\, and accommodation details. \nWe look forward to your participation in this 17th IMMAA conference and welcoming you in Ifrane\, Morocco\, Oct. 19-21\, 2023. \nIf you have any questions\, please email conference@immaa.org.
URL:https://medeamed.org/event/adriana-mutu-will-attend-the-immaa-conference-2023/
LOCATION:Al-Akhawayn University\, Ifrane\, Ifrane\, Morocco
CATEGORIES:Other Events
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SUMMARY:Mongolia Forum - International Institute of Communication
DESCRIPTION:  \nAugusto Preta and Jean-François Furnémont will attend the Mongolia Forum \nWednesday 5 – Friday 7 July 2023\nUlaanbaatar\, Mongolia\n\nKindly hosted by Communications Regulatory Commission of Mongolia (CRC) \n \nWednesday 5th July (afternoon)\nRegulators Roundtable  \nObjectives and priorities for regulators in the digital era\nThis Forum is for Regulators only. \nThursday 6th July\nAll day Mongolia Forum \nDiscussions will focus on: \n\nInvesting in national & international connectivity; spectrum decision-making for networks of the future\nCompetition in digital markets – policy and regulatory approaches to digital markets\, platforms\, and services\nData governance – privacy\, data protection\, localization\, and cross border data flows\nContent – fostering a vibrant media & cultural environment with enhanced\, locally-relevant\, content services\n\nThis event is open for all to attend and will be followed by an evening Networking Reception \nFriday 7th July\nAn all-day cultural event which is open for all delegates to attend \nMore information will be available soon
URL:https://medeamed.org/event/mongolia-forum-international-institute-of-communication/
LOCATION:Communications Regulatory Commission of Mongolia (CRC)\, Novotel Ulaanbaatar Baga toiruu 6th khoroo\, Sukhbaatar District 14201 Ulaanbaatar Mongolia\, Ulaanbaatar\, Mongolia
CATEGORIES:Medea Events
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SUMMARY:Brussels Telecommunications & Media Forum 2023
DESCRIPTION:The IIC returns to Brussels for the first time since 2019 and we are delighted to be hosted once again by the Belgian Institute for Postal Services and Telecommunications (BIPT). \nRegulators\, civil society and industry practitioners in policy & regulatory affairs will use the IIC’s unique\, collegiate environment to share ideas and experiences on the hot topics of the day\, including: \n– Delivering Europe’s Digital Decade – closing the funding gap\n– Metaverse-ready networks – infrastructure\, regulatory and policy considerations\n– Future of enterprise connectivity and networks across Europe\n– Driving a sustainable (tele)comms sector – how are networks working to reach Net Zero?\n– Content streaming in Europe: policy & regulatory frameworks for a flourishing audiovisual economy\n– European Media Freedom Act – protection of media pluralism and freedom of expression\n– Implementing online safety regimes – regulators’ preparations\, and industry responses\n– AI Act and Data Act : what will 2023 bring? How does ChatGPT change the landscape?\n– DMA in practice – progress with implementation
URL:https://medeamed.org/event/brussels-telecommunications-media-forum-2023-in-person/
LOCATION:Belgian Institute for Postal Services and Telecommunications\, Bld du Roi Albert II 35 1030\, Bruxelles\, Belgio
CATEGORIES:Other Events
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SUMMARY:IIC Italy Chapter Event – Telecommunications in the Digital Transformation / Market and Regulatory Challenges
DESCRIPTION:The workshop\, held on 3 March in Rome\, was an event to commemorate Franco Morganti. \n \nThe conference dealt with the topic of the future of telecommunications in the digital context\, and saw the participation and intervention of leading personalities in the sector at national and European level\, including Roberto Viola; General Director of DG Connect\, Minister Adolfo Urso\, representatives of the Italian Government\, National Regulatory Authorities (NRA’s) and senior national representatives from leading telecommunications companies. \nSpeakers focused on market and regulatory challenges\, dealing in particular with the issue of net neutrality. Please see here for the agenda and confirmed speakers. \nFor further information about the event\, please contact: info@iicitalia.org \n 
URL:https://medeamed.org/event/iic-italy-chapter-event-telecommunications-in-the-digital-transformation-market-and-regulatory-challenges-in-person/
LOCATION:Roma\, Spazio Europa\, Via Quattro Novembre\, 149\, 00187 Roma RM\, Roma\, 00198\, Italia
CATEGORIES:Other Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221201
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SUMMARY:Workshop Israel Twinning Project – 29 November 2022
DESCRIPTION:The EU Digital Markets Regulation workshop took place on 29 November at the Sheraton Hotel in Tel Aviv\, with the aim of explaining to Israeli institutions the role of the DSA and DMA as cross-cutting regulations of online platforms and highlighting the interaction of these horizontal pieces of legislation with vertical sectoral content regulation (mainly EMFA\, but also AVMS and the Copyright Directive). Representatives of European regulators shared their views with representatives of platforms (Google and Meta) and a newly established think tank\, MEDEA (Mediterranean Europe and Africa). \nSally Broughton Micova and Augusto Preta were representing MEDEA at the conference. Other MEDEA members such as Lubos Kuklis\, Andrea Stazi and Francesco Sciacchitano also took part at the event. \nTo consult the Workshop program click here: Agenda mission 29 November 2022
URL:https://medeamed.org/event/workshop-israel-twinning-project-29-november-2022/
LOCATION:Tel Aviv\, HaYarkon St 115\, Tel Aviv-Yafo\, 63573\, Israele\, Israel
CATEGORIES:Medea Events
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