26/05/2022
Social media platforms, such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and TikTok, play a vital role in the dissemination of information. It has has changed the way we communicate, do business, get our daily news fix and so much more. The most obvious pros of using social networks are the ability to instantly connect with people, know real-time news and information discovery, great opportunities for business owners, and for general fun and enjoyment. However, it is no secret that there's also a dark side in using social media platforms. There is the rise of misinformation and fake news. The freedom to post any content given to social media users, paired with the lack of accountability from social media platforms enabled the proliferation of fake news. Maria Julie Ann Nuera of Barangay Jereos, Lapaz responsibly uses social media platforms and would like to stop or discredit fake news peddlers.
“Ang pag gamit sang social media sites naka impluwesya gid sang dako sa kada tawo. Halos tanan may mga social media accounts na. Damu man ang dala sini nga kaayuhan sa kada tawo pero may ara man dala nga indi kaayuhan. Bilang isa ka social media user adlaw adlaw ko ginagamit ang facebook para makita ang mga latest news or posts sang akon mga friends, messenger to communicate my family and friends kag tiktok to entertain. That three sites can give me crucial informations nga kis.a ang iban waay man kamatuoran. Naka depende man sa tawo if e-entertain nila ang mga wala pulos nga mga balita. So, para saakon best way na lang gid nga kung waay man pulos ang mga news stop disseminating na lang. You yourself can stop those fake news by not spreading it with your family and friends without knowing the truth. If ikaw man lang makadugang guba sang isa ka balita ng waay man kamatuoran better close your mouth.”
-Maria Julie Ann Nuera
We must always remember that social media is a powerful tool since its strong influence in the country can shape society’s opinion on any individual or issue. We all must learn how to responsibly exercise our freedom to post content on our respective platforms, in accordance with the right to free speech, and of expression. We encourage everyone to report or flag posts that are considered false or misleading and we must always put in mind to think before we click.