Center for Countering Digital Hate

🚨 Meta’s internal survey showed that Instagram harms young people’s mental health. Yet, Mark Zuckerberg’s company ignored this evidence. We analyzed Meta’s Bad Experiences and Encounters Framework (BEEF) 2021 survey conducted by whistleblower Arturo Béjar.  #Meta #MarkZuckerberg #OnlineHarms

📢 NEW ROLE: Do you have experience leading a development team for an impact-led nonprofit? We are seeking a dynamic, personable, and experienced Director of Development to lead our fundraising efforts & team. If you're organized, creative, and passionate about developing funding opportunities & relationships in an international context, apply today ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/e_vtkAHh

Last year, we showed that 74% of accurate Community Notes debunking misleading claims about the US election on X weren’t being shown to users. Yet, Mark Zuckerberg wants to copy Elon Musk’s flawed system in a HUGE step back in Meta's efforts to stop hate & lies. Our research in Euronews ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/enwekwRq #MarkZuckerberg #ElonMusk #CommunityNotes

Mark Zuckerberg knows his platforms' algorithms amplify hate, disinformation, and controversies. Yet, he is scrapping Meta's content moderation program. "It's clearly a decision taken for political reasons rather than any principle." Watch our CEO Imran Ahmed on ABC News 👇 https://lnkd.in/e6sFa8Ye #MarkZuckerberg #Meta #Disinformation

🗣️ Mark Zuckerberg's decision to scrap Meta's content moderation will "create a tidal wave of unchallenged lies - increasing the spread of hate, threatening the integrity of our communities, our democracy, and potentially harming public health and our kids." Our CEO Imran Ahmed on CNN ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/eabXEvyR #MarkZuckerberg #Meta #Disinformation

"Meta is now saying it’s up to you to spot the lies on its platforms, and that it’s not their problem if you can’t tell the difference, even if those lies, hate, or scams end up hurting you. Rather than stepping up to the challenge of responsible platform governance, Meta is retreating from accountability. This is huge step back for online safety, transparency, and accountability, and it could have terrible offline consequences in the form of real-world harm.” Our CEO, Imran Ahmed on Meta's announcement to a 'community notes' moderation system.

*TW: eating disorders & self-harm* Anna Mockel was just 14 when she first came across an eating disorder video on YouTube. The more Anna watched, the more YouTube’s "Up Next" panel pushed harmful content her way – until she was diagnosed with anorexia. Anna’s story is a painful confirmation of CCDH’s latest research, which shows how algorithms prioritizing clicks over safety can cause real-life harm. YouTube must take urgent action to protect young people. Read more about Anna Mockel's story ⤵️ #FixYouTube #OnlineHarms #SocialMedia

TW: eating disorders, self harm, suicide Imagine you’re a 13-year-old girl who just created a YouTube account. Then, you watch a video related to eating disorders for the first time. What does YouTube’s algorithm do? Instead of protecting you, the platform recommends more harmful videos, including self-harm & suicide content.  YouTube is setting a dangerous trap for teenage girls. Read more in our blog 👇

📢 We’re looking for a committed, proactive Director of Advertising Industry Advocacy to strategically engage the advertising industry to reduce the spread of hate & disinformation online. This role will convene, inform and galvanize corporate brands to use their advertising spend responsibly on social media. If you are passionate about working with corporates to advance a conscious, ethical and inclusive agenda, apply today ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/e_s4Gyp2 #Advertising #Hiring #JobAlert

📢 We are seeking a dynamic & experienced Senior Communications Manager in the U.S. to lead our media relations efforts. If you have a deep understanding of media landscapes, exceptional writing skills & the ability to craft compelling narratives, we want to hear from you. Join CCDH and help us build a safer internet for all. Apply today ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/eC7MWWnG