Project Duration: October 2024 – January 2025

Source of funding: USAID project Media Literacy Project YouThink implemented by IREX

Overall objective: Enhancing the participation and influence of women in local planning, decision-making and the development of gender-responsive policies and budgets To leverage artificial intelligence (AI) to address the pervasive issue of misinformation, disinformation, and malinformation (MDM) in the context of gender equality and anti-gender mobilization.

Specific Objectives

• Develop AI-Powered Chatbots: Create chatbots that leverage natural language processing (NLP), machine learning, and knowledge-based systems to identify and counter MDM content related to gender equality and anti-gender mobilization.
• Integrate Advanced Technologies: Enhance the chatbots' capabilities through the integration of cutting-edge AI technologies to ensure real-time analysis and response to textual, audio, and visual content.
• Foster Multi-Stakeholder Collaboration: Establish a platform for collaboration among civil society organizations, technology companies, and academic institutions to share data and knowledge, enhancing the chatbots' knowledge base and efficacy.
• Raise Awareness and Promote AI Literacy: Develop user-friendly interfaces and educational campaigns to empower individuals with the skills to verify information and identify MDM content.
• Continuous Improvement and Monitoring: Implement regular monitoring and feedback mechanisms to adapt and improve the chatbots, addressing evolving MDM tactics effectively.