AletheiaFact.org is an online platform dedicated to empowering communities in Brazil with accurate, verified information. The platform’s main objective is to combat the spread of misinformation by harnessing collaborative fact-checking tools and educational resources that encourage digital literacy. Through AletheiaFact.org, users and partner organizations can submit claims for verification, collaborate on investigations, and publish well-documented analyses that are openly accessible.

Among its key milestones, AletheiaFact.org introduced an Instagram Virtual Assistant (“Verifica Pra Mim + Aletheia”) for crowdsourced reporting of dubious claims, joined the Supreme Federal Court’s (STF) Program to Combat Disinformation, and forged an international collaboration with the University of Beira Interior (UBI) and news outlets in Portugal. The project also partnered with the Alumia Laboratory in João Pessoa/PB to advance research on disinformation and media literacy, and established an academic training program in Rio Grande do Sul and São Paulo (involving UFSM-FW, UFRGS, Unipampa, and PUCRS). AletheiaFact.org has actively participated in international fact-checking events, promoting dialogue and knowledge exchange. By bridging research, education, and hands-on verification, AletheiaFact.org continues to strengthen global efforts against disinformation and foster a well-informed society.

Looking ahead, the platform is focused on establishing a robust cultural, social, and technical infrastructure to democratize fact-checking and defend democracy nationwide. This includes forming a national committee set to begin work in the second quarter of 2025, in partnership with academic institutions across the country.

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• Brazil

• Youth
• Independent journalists

AletheiaFact.org is built on two core pillars that make it highly replicable worldwide. First, its open-source code and infrastructure allow any community or organization to adapt and customize the platform to local needs, including full language localization. This modular approach ensures both technical flexibility and accessibility. Second, AletheiaFact.org relies on an open-data infrastructure, meaning that all verified information is publicly available for research and analysis. Scholars, students, and NGOs can seamlessly access datasets for studies on media literacy, misinformation trends, and fact-checking methods. Together, these two pillars promote broad adoption and encourage collaborative development in diverse regions and settings.

AletheiaFact.org is built on an open-source architecture and sustained through a combination of community contributions, philanthropic grants, and strategic partnerships. Its decentralized contributor network provides continuous fact-checking, content creation, and platform improvements, reducing dependency on any single funding source. By offering modular training programs and fostering local ownership, the project cultivates leadership capacities within target communities, ensuring that knowledge and skills remain even if external support fluctuates. Partnerships with educational institutions and non-profit organizations further enhance its sustainability by integrating AletheiaFact.org’s tools and content into academic curricula and public service campaigns. The platform’s flexible model also allows it to adapt to emerging technologies and respond swiftly to new misinformation trends, maintaining long-term relevance. This blend of diverse funding streams, local engagement, and adaptability underpins AletheiaFact.org’s resilience, ensuring it remains a reliable resource for fact-based information across evolving digital landscapes.

AletheiaFact.org actively advances WSIS values by championing inclusive access to reliable information, enabling open dialogue, and cultivating digital literacy among diverse audiences. By harnessing the power of the online platform, it helps marginalized groups overcome barriers to truth, bridging the digital divide through user-friendly tools and training materials. This community-driven approach aligns with WSIS principles of multistakeholder collaboration—where civil society, academia, media, and volunteers collectively engage in fact-checking initiatives. The platform upholds transparency and accountability by adopting open methodologies, fostering trust across different segments of society. In turn, it empowers citizens with the skills and knowledge to scrutinize media narratives, advocate for ethical content, and make informed decisions in their daily lives. Through collaboration with local institutions and grassroots organizations, AletheiaFact.org strengthens community cohesion, promotes respect for cultural diversity, and contributes to building secure and resilient information ecosystems in line with WSIS aspirations.