Teens share for laughs, not accuracy—but empathy could change that. MediaWells' newest review explores how social-emotional learning can shift teens from mindless online sharing to mindful digital participation. Read here: mediawell.ssrc.org/research-rev...

🌎 How we talk about climate change matters. To move people from eco-anxiety to action, climate reporting needs to be local, solutions-focused, and lifestyle-aware. Read more: mediawell.ssrc.org/articles/thr...

Open call for scholars and educators: Using @ssrcmtp.bsky.social's Zotero library of 5,500+ books, reports, and articles, design a course syllabus on any aspect of the digital information ecosystem, then share your results with us. mediawell.ssrc.org/articles/ope...

What shapes our digital world, and how can we change it? This year’s #MediaWell book roundup explores who controls the narrative, how systems were built, and what it takes to build a more just and trustworthy digital future.

Navigating tough conversations online isn’t easy. The first version of the Toolkit for Trust, from Discourse Labs and SSRC’s MediaWell, shares research-based strategies to help you engage, listen, and connect with care.

Looking for your next great read on tech, AI, and power? This #MediaWell book roundup explores influence, governance, and activism in the digital age. Plus a sneak peek at 2025’s must-reads! Read more: mediawell.ssrc.org/articles/sha...

Struggling with tough online conversations? The ARTT framework offers research-backed strategies to build trust and navigate misinformation. Learn how to answer, "What do I say, and how do I say it?" Read more: mediawell.ssrc.org/research-rev...

Civil society in the Global Majority is leading bold new approaches to counter-disinformation, prioritizing resilience, accountability, and creativity. Learn more in this article by @joncong.bsky.social and @dwj88.bsky.social : mediawell.ssrc.org/articles/the...

How do mis- and disinformation fuel political violence in democracies? From polarization to seditious attacks, false narratives amplify unrest and threaten stability. Explore causes, impacts, and solutions in this #MediaWell review: mediawell.ssrc.org/research-rev...

📸 The Rachel Tanur Memorial Prize for Visual Sociology recognizes students using visual methods to explore social phenomena. Apply now to showcase your work! Learn more: racheltanurmemorialprize.ssrc.org/the-award/

Join us on November 20th for the virtual launch event of @umassamherst.bsky.social's GloTech Lab report, Custom Built / Feito Sob Medida: Reforming Tech and Democracy Programs for the Global Majority. Register here: www.ssrc.org/events/refor...

How can we push past deplatforming to foster a democratic internet? 🖥️ @reedvanschenck.bsky.social’s #MediaWell review delves into strategies to counter the far-right online. Discover the insights: mediawell.ssrc.org/research-rev...

Check out the #MediaWell 2023 Book Roundup! 📚 Explore the complexities of our digital era with these insightful reads. Dive in here: mediawell.ssrc.org/articles/202...