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UN launches new initiative to fight COVID-19 misinformation through ‘digital first responders’

Date: 
Thursday, 21 May 2020

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has announced the launch of Verified, a new project intended to make up-to-date and accurate information regarding the coronavirus pandemic publicly available. The website will provide unbiased science, solidarity, and solutions for those who have been affected by Covid-19.

The initiative, which will be led by the UN’s Department of Global Communications, comes at a crucial time for communities fighting to overcome this global crisis. It will also contain hope-inspiring content about acts of humanity, global cooperation, and migrants.

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