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DIGITAL & SOCIETY
Media and digital culture
The digital era has transformed our access to news, cultural experiences, and entertainment. We can easily access news, explore heritage sites, and enjoy a variety of European movies and shows.
However, Europe also face challenges in the realm of media and digital culture.
Disinformation spreads rapidly online, posing significant harm. The fight for media freedom and protection of journalists continues. Additionally, as the online world connects everybody, EU aims to preserve and celebrate diverse cultural identities across Europe.
In the Digital Decade, these challenges must be addressed to ensure a responsible and inclusive digital culture that upholds media integrity, safeguards diversity, and protects the freedom of expression.
The European Union (EU) has recognized the importance of media and digital culture and has taken various initiatives to address the challenges and promote responsible practices in these areas.
Through these efforts, the EU strives to foster a responsible and diverse media environment, protect journalists, and promote access to cultural content while addressing the challenges posed by disinformation and the digital transformation of media and culture.
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However, Europe also face challenges in the realm of media and digital culture.
Disinformation spreads rapidly online, posing significant harm. The fight for media freedom and protection of journalists continues. Additionally, as the online world connects everybody, EU aims to preserve and celebrate diverse cultural identities across Europe.
In the Digital Decade, these challenges must be addressed to ensure a responsible and inclusive digital culture that upholds media integrity, safeguards diversity, and protects the freedom of expression.
The European Union (EU) has recognized the importance of media and digital culture and has taken various initiatives to address the challenges and promote responsible practices in these areas.
- Tackling Disinformation: The EU has launched initiatives to combat disinformation and promote media literacy. The EU Action Plan against Disinformation aims to enhance coordination among member states, improve fact-checking, and support independent journalism. The Code of Practice on Disinformation encourages online platforms to take measures against disinformation.
- Media Freedom and Protection of Journalists: The EU is committed to upholding media freedom and protecting journalists. It supports the safety of journalists, advocates for press freedom, and condemns attacks on journalists and media organizations.
- Cultural Diversity and Digital Content: The EU promotes cultural diversity in the digital landscape. It supports the creation and distribution of European audiovisual content through funding programs such as Creative Europe and the European Film Fund. The EU also promotes cross-border access to cultural content through initiatives like the European Digital Library and Europeana.
- Digital Single Market: The EU aims to create a Digital Single Market that ensures fair competition and provides a favorable environment for media and cultural industries. It focuses on harmonizing rules on copyright, e-commerce, and audiovisual media services to foster a level playing field and promote the availability of digital content across the EU.
- Media Literacy and Education: The EU encourages media literacy and digital skills through educational programs. It promotes media literacy initiatives to empower citizens in navigating the digital media landscape and critical evaluation of information.
Through these efforts, the EU strives to foster a responsible and diverse media environment, protect journalists, and promote access to cultural content while addressing the challenges posed by disinformation and the digital transformation of media and culture.
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