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Gen Z Urged to Combat Misinformation Through Media Literacy

10/1/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Meralco urges Gen Z to improve media literacy and curb misinformation.
Joe R. Zaldarriaga, Meralco's VP, spoke at Far Eastern University urging young Filipinos to embrace credible digital communication.
He described media literacy as a life skill with broad impact, including the energy sector.
TikTok launched a digital and media literacy program promoting safety, privacy, and mental health.

History

Historical Context

The 1996 Telecommunications Act aimed to enhance competition in the U.S. media landscape, resulting in over 70% of Americans using the internet by 2000. This shift has led to ongoing challenges in digital communication, prompting figures like Meralco's VP Joe R. Zaldarriaga to stress the importance of media literacy for Gen Z, ensuring informed citizens can navigate today's complex media environments.

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Story summary

Meralco urges Gen Z to improve media literacy and curb misinformation.
Joe R. Zaldarriaga, Meralco's VP, spoke at Far Eastern University urging young Filipinos to embrace credible digital communication.
He described media literacy as a life skill with broad impact, including the energy sector.
TikTok launched a digital and media literacy program promoting safety, privacy, and mental health.

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