Open AccessMillennials against hoaxes: COVID-19, misinformation and mitigation activities
Author(s) -
Ahmad Nurefendi Fradana,
Nyoman Suwarta,
Akbar Wiguna
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
community empowerment
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2621-4024
pISSN - 2614-4964
DOI - 10.31603/ce.5206
Subject(s) - hoax , misinformation , covid-19 , the internet , internet privacy , business , advertising , psychology , public relations , political science , computer security , computer science , medicine , world wide web , alternative medicine , disease , pathology , infectious disease (medical specialty)
Millennials are a group of new generation of youngsters that are most familiar with the internet. These adolescents are also at a higher risk of hoax activities online, particularly as related to COVID-19. However, the potential to become a victim is also accompanied by the ability to resolve the uncertainties caused by hoaxes. Millennials are more equipped to combat COVID-19-related frauds by promoting an active campaign. Therefore, this community service program intends to provide a practical solution in the form of a millennial-based group known as Malahoaks (Millenials Against Hoaks). Prior to this formation, preliminary activities, including workshops, were needed to combat hoaxes, specifically on COVID-19.