NAVAL, Biliran (PIA) — The Philippine Information Agency (PIA) in Biliran conducted an Information Dissemination Forum for TESDA-CNSAT students on April 29, emphasizing the importance of factual information and media literacy in today’s digital age.
Charlesse Ann C. Bastes, Instructor II and information officer-designate of Cabucgayan National School of Arts and Trades, underscored the need to empower students and the public through accurate, reliable information.
“Today’s forum serves a very important purpose, which is ensuring that accurate, timely, and relevant information reaches you, our learners, who are at the forefront of building a skilled and informed workforce,” Bastes said.
She added that while information is now widely accessible, it is not always dependable. Initiatives like information fora help bridge the gap between facts and misinformation, equipping students to make better decisions in their careers and daily lives.
Meanwhile, Reyan L. Arinto, regional head of the Philippine Information Agency Region 8, discussed key concepts of media and information literacy, including misinformation, disinformation, and malinformation.
He emphasized the importance of verifying information from credible sources and urged participants to help combat the spread of fake news, particularly on social media platforms.
Arinto also highlighted the agency’s priority programs and services, reinforcing PIA’s role as the government’s grassroots communications arm in delivering accurate and relevant information to communities.
The forum is part of PIA’s continuing efforts to strengthen public awareness and promote responsible information consumption among the youth. (RSV/PIA Biliran)
