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Misinformation in Spanish remains an underexplored issue in the U.S. Factchequeado’s first study—made possible by allied media outlets and collaborative work—aims to provide insights for developing more effective strategies against misinformation. Evidence-based efforts are vital to evaluate impact and adjust interventions.
The study examines misinformation affecting Latino communities through two lenses: insights from media organizations and social groups, and the impact of Factchequeado’s social media-based fact-checks.
Key Findings:
Migration processes are the most challenging area.
Many Latinos prefer Spanish-language information tailored to their needs, not just translations.
Limited English proficiency and lack of trust complicate interactions with U.S. institutions.
WhatsApp is a major source of misinformation, often overlooked by English-language initiatives.
Exposure to misinformation is high among Latino communities.
Factchequeado’s fact-checking videos on social media improved accuracy of information among viewers.
The results of the experiment that measured the effects of verification videos on social networks from Factchequeado show that, in general, improvements in information accuracy occur after watching them.
If you want to read the report in English, click here.
