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Do you have trouble spotting fake news for what it is? Have you fallen victim to AI videos, assuming them to be real?
To celebrate International Literacy Day, there is a series of special workshops taking place for Laois locals this week.
Journalist Eimear Ní Bhraonáin, known for her work with The Irish Independent, The Herald, and The Sunday Independent, will host 'Spotting Fake News in Everyday Life- A Media Literacy workshop for Adults' in Laois this week.
This workshop will teach you how to engage with digital media content in a safe way, while learning about the issue of disinformation and it’s impact on society.
"Join our media awareness workshop for adults and learn how to recognise misinformation, verify sources, and stay sharp online—using real Irish examples and practical tips. Interactive, informative, and empowering," Laois Libraries stated ahead of the events.
The workshops will take place in Portlaoise library (Tuesday, September 9 at 11am) and Portarlington library (Wednesday, September 10, 11am). The workshops will take place for one hour, with free entry. Registration for the workshops is required, and can be done so through calling the hosting library.
Eimear Ní Bhraonáin, the founder of Eimear.ie, is a highly experienced journalist with a keen instinct for news. She has written for local, regional, and national publications, including The Irish Independent, The Herald, and The Sunday Independent, holding senior editorial roles such as assistant news editor and regional correspondent.
Pictured: a poster advertising the event
Alongside her print journalism career, she is an accomplished live broadcaster with expertise both on air and behind the scenes as a radio and TV producer. Her extensive network in politics, sports, and entertainment makes her a valuable asset to any media team.
From 2014 to 2023, she worked with KCLR, where she became a trusted voice as the presenter of KCLR Live, the station’s flagship morning talk show, attracting up to 19,750 daily listeners.
Passionate about creativity and innovation, she completed a postgraduate certificate in Creative and Cultural Entrepreneurship at Trinity College Dublin, graduating with distinction in 2024.
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