Kateryna Kruk is a seasoned expert in international relations and information security, with a focus on Eastern Europe and the Western Balkans. Prior to joining Meta, Kateryna worked at the European Parliament, the Ukrainian parliament and government, and as a political analyst and information security expert. Her expertise has been recognized internationally, including being awarded the Atlantic Council's Freedom Award in 2014 for her efforts in communicating Ukraine's Revolution of Dignity to a global audience. She also received numerous recognitions from Ukrainian authorities for her work supporting Ukraine following Russia's invasion.
Kateryna holds a degree in Political Science from Wroclaw University and a degree in European Interdisciplinary Studies from the College of Europe.
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DownloadIn times of war, information becomes as important a weapon as conventional weapons on the battlefield. Information warfare and propaganda play a key role in shaping public opinion, states' international image, and maintaining public morale. Ukraine, which is facing an unprecedented wave of disinformation and propaganda, has to find effective strategies to protect its information space.
In this panel discussion, we will focus on how to counter disinformation and propaganda in times of war. Participants will share their experience on the information front, talk about the challenges they face and the methods and technologies they use to protect the truth. Particular attention will be paid to information security, psychological resilience of society and the role of the media in countering manipulation.